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S664 MNV

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

25,630 mi
Last recorded25,630 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS664 MNV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 25,630 miles

no front mudguard fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2018 25,468 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2017 20,798 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 20,798 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 18,792 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear brake cable - bracket snapped on engine casing.

Rear brake lever - pulls back towards handlebar before wheel locks.

Pass 16 Oct 2014 18,740 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 17,943 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 17,881 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 17,881 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 16,298 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 16,298 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2010 15,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 15,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2009 14,208 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 13,209 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 13,058 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 12,694 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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S664 MNV is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S664 MNV, 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 S664 MNV registered?

S664 MNV is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 22 October 1998.

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