MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
9,579 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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 wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
Based on 17,480 MOT tests across 2,913 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R989 SRY is a 1998 Honda City Express in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R989 SRY, 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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How do I check the history of R989 SRY?
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What year was R989 SRY registered?
R989 SRY is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 27 May 1998.
Is R989 SRY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R989 SRY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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