MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,907 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
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R857 UBM is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 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 R857 UBM, 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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R857 UBM is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 27 September 1997.
Is R857 UBM safe to buy?
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