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R881 NBD

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,347 mi
Last recorded13,347 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR881 NBD
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2024 13,347 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2011 12,913 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre Side wall cracking & rear tyre side wall cracking

rear number plate cracked on corner

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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R881 NBD is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R881 NBD, 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 R881 NBD registered?

R881 NBD is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R881 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R881 NBD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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