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S486 EGH

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,465 mi
Last recorded15,465 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS486 EGH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 15,465 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 15,465 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 15,343 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 14,687 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 14,687 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,335 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 11,400 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,378 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 9,906 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 9,887 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,776 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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S486 EGH is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S486 EGH, 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 S486 EGH registered?

S486 EGH is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is S486 EGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S486 EGH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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