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R681 RCJ

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,033 mi
Last recorded31,033 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 RCJ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 31,033 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 30,360 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 29,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2010 29,585 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 26,696 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 23,445 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,007 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,153 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 18,153 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2005 17,848 miles

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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R681 RCJ is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R681 RCJ, 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 R681 RCJ registered?

R681 RCJ is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R681 RCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R681 RCJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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