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R869 UOR

1997 Honda City Express

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,152 mi
Last recorded14,152 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda City Express13,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 UOR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 14,152 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 13,983 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 13,667 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 13,615 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 13,202 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 13,130 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 12,973 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 11,368 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 8,060 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 7,659 miles

front brake lever slightly harsh in operation.

Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,499 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2016 7,499 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 6,156 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 5,121 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 4,169 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 3,060 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 3,055 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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R869 UOR is a 1997 Honda City Express in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R869 UOR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R869 UOR registered?

R869 UOR is a 1997 Honda City Express, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R869 UOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R869 UOR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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