MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,813 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
corosion on frame
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
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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)
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
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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