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S701 AAF

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,443 mi
Last recorded15,443 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS701 AAF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2014 15,443 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 15,443 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 15,389 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 15,387 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 15,238 miles

Seat latch inoperative, but seat secure

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 15,238 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Seat latch inoperative, but seat secure

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 14,421 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 12,908 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 12,908 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 10,747 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 10,747 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 8,913 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

battery requires charging / replacement

tyre pressures low

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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S701 AAF is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 S701 AAF, 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 S701 AAF registered?

S701 AAF is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S701 AAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S701 AAF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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