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R637 TLH

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,274 mi
Last recorded27,274 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR637 TLH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 27,274 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 27,262 miles

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

Rear Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Jan 2012 27,258 miles

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 25,470 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2010 25,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2009 22,102 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R637 TLH is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R637 TLH, 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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What year was R637 TLH registered?

R637 TLH is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 9 October 1997.

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