MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,841 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)
Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)
Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
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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S398 VGV is a 1999 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 S398 VGV, 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 S398 VGV registered?
S398 VGV is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 8 February 1999.
Is S398 VGV safe to buy?
The MOT history for S398 VGV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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