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S116 UEW

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,433 mi
Last recorded18,433 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS116 UEW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 18,433 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 17,665 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 17,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 15,128 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 15,126 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 14,503 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 10,112 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 9,040 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 8,759 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 8,347 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 8,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 6,779 miles

front tyre pressure low

Pass 30 Oct 2006 5,712 miles

front tyre has surface cracks

Pass 4 Nov 2005 5,191 miles

rear tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

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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S116 UEW is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S116 UEW, 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 S116 UEW registered?

S116 UEW is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is S116 UEW safe to buy?

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