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R607 FGV

1998 Honda City Express

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,560 mi
Last recorded9,560 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR607 FGV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 9,560 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 8,357 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake slightly binding

Pass 27 Sep 2014 4,934 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

centre stand insecure

Fail 27 Sep 2014 4,934 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

centre stand insecure

Pass 26 Jun 2012 2,714 miles

1/ front and rear tyres near legal limits

Fail 25 Jun 2012 2,705 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

1/ front and rear tyres near legal limits

Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,165 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 11,165 miles

1/ slight damage to rear number plate

Pass 27 May 2008 11,165 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 11,165 miles

front brake pads becoming worn † †slight damage to number plate

Pass 26 May 2006 10,837 miles

slight leak on both front fork seals † †slight damage to rear number plate

How Reliable is the Honda City Express?

Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
450
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,913
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 341
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 209
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 177
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 169
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 144
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R607 FGV is a 1998 Honda City Express in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 13,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R607 FGV, 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 28 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R607 FGV registered?

R607 FGV is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R607 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R607 FGV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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