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R715 JAF

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,361 mi
Last recorded13,361 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR715 JAF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2013 13,361 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 13,208 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 13,208 miles

Inner Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 12,586 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,301 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,842 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2008 11,248 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 10,500 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 9,687 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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R715 JAF is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R715 JAF, 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 R715 JAF registered?

R715 JAF is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R715 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R715 JAF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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