MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,699 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
centre stand badly worn
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
centre stand badly worn
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
rear tyre has perishing on side walls but not showing ply or cord.
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R588 KPR is a 1997 Honda City Express in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 13,907 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Honda City Express fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R588 KPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda City Express typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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R588 KPR is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 August 1997.
Is R588 KPR safe to buy?
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