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R780 SWN

1998 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,390 mi
Last recorded14,390 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 SWN
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2009 14,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 12,300 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 12,300 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 11,570 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 9,472 miles

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

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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R780 SWN is a 1998 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R780 SWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R780 SWN?

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What year was R780 SWN registered?

R780 SWN is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R780 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 SWN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R780 SWN have outstanding finance?

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