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S378 AEV

1999 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,446 mi
Last recorded12,446 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS378 AEV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 12,446 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 12,446 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 12,441 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,182 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 10,584 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 1 May 2018 10,584 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 3 May 2017 9,333 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 May 2017 9,333 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 7,442 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 7,415 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 7,376 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 7,318 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 7,121 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 6,835 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 6,496 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 6,144 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 5,762 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 5,762 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 5,168 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 4,812 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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S378 AEV is a 1999 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 12,448 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 S378 AEV, 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 27 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S378 AEV registered?

S378 AEV is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S378 AEV safe to buy?

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