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S744 RPW

1998 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,863 mi
Last recorded18,863 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS744 RPW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 18,863 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 18,863 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 18,863 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 9 Aug 2017 18,863 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 18,863 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil o/s n/s (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Jul 2017 18,863 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure unable to use (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 10,253 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 9,291 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 7,369 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 6,654 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 6,033 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 5,363 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 4,106 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 4,106 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 3,468 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 3,468 miles

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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S744 RPW is a 1998 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S744 RPW, 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 S744 RPW registered?

S744 RPW is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S744 RPW safe to buy?

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