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S482 JHG

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

16,291 mi
Last recorded16,291 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS482 JHG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 16,291 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 15,640 miles

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

front tyre perished

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 16 Aug 2018 14,921 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

front mud guard slightly insecure

front suspension has reduced damping effect

front tyre perished

Pass 8 Aug 2017 13,672 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 13,038 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 11,369 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 11,369 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

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

Rear mudguard insecure

front mud gaurd

Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,233 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 9,332 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 7,903 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 5,762 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 5,762 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 3,726 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 3,726 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2009 3,624 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 3,467 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 3,467 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 8 May 2007 3,183 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 2,941 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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S482 JHG is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S482 JHG, 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 S482 JHG registered?

S482 JHG is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 17 November 1998.

Is S482 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S482 JHG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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