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S589 KHG

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

11,766 mi
Last recorded11,766 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS589 KHG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 11,766 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 11,503 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 11,371 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 11,246 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 11,131 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 11,098 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 11,098 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 10,856 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 10,856 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2015 10,606 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 9,879 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,620 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 9,189 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 8,493 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,136 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 8,136 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 7,614 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 7,442 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 7,146 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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S589 KHG is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S589 KHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S589 KHG registered?

S589 KHG is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S589 KHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S589 KHG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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