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S355 FTA

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

31,813 mi
Last recorded31,813 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS355 FTA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2012 31,813 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

corosion on frame

Fail 12 Apr 2012 22,509 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

corosion on frame

Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,833 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 14,716 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2010 14,716 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,508 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 14,499 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 12,016 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 12,016 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2005 8,836 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 8,790 miles

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

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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S355 FTA is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 S355 FTA, 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 S355 FTA registered?

S355 FTA is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 December 1998.

Is S355 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S355 FTA shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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