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S295 KBD

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,732 mi
Last recorded15,732 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS295 KBD
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 15,732 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 15,701 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 15,599 miles

Front Front tyre has side wall cracks but no ply or cord showing

Fail 22 Jun 2017 15,599 miles

Front Front tyre has side wall cracks but no ply or cord showing

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 15,418 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre condition should be monitored as side wall shows age related cracking but no cords exposed (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 15,417 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded brake locks wheel when application released (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre condition should be monitored as side wall shows age related cracking but no cords exposed (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 15,078 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front tyre condition should be monitored as tyre walls show slight age related cracking

Fail 17 Jun 2015 15,078 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front tyre condition should be monitored as tyre walls show slight age related cracking

Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,688 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 14,688 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,281 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

centre stand pivot is worn

Pass 27 Jun 2012 14,012 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 14,012 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 13,594 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,099 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 13,099 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 16 May 2009 12,418 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 11,993 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 11,639 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,259 miles

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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S295 KBD is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S295 KBD, 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 S295 KBD registered?

S295 KBD is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 12 November 1998.

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