MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,848 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Position lamp insecure rear light mount/mudguard loose. (4.2.1 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
rear tyre low on tread
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork tube (2.3.1)
Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork tube (2.3.1)
Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
front brake slightly notchy in operation
the frame is slightly corroded
the front brake is slightly notchy in operation
the main stand does not return fully which could allow the stand to make contact with the road
the rear brake cable is damaged but working ok. recommend the cable is replaced
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear tyre tread getting low.
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
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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S381 NPX is a 1999 Honda City Express in Blue 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 S381 NPX, 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.
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What year was S381 NPX registered?
S381 NPX is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 6 February 1999.
Is S381 NPX safe to buy?
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