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T182 AYJ

1999 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

17,930 mi
Last recorded17,930 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT182 AYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 17,930 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 17,533 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 17,479 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 17,479 miles

Headlamp aim too high main and dip beams (1.6)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 17,429 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 17,429 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel rear brake (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 17,141 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 17,139 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 16,668 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 15,872 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 15,017 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,137 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 14,137 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2008 12,580 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 12,580 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 11,032 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 11,032 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 9,806 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 9,806 miles

Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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T182 AYJ is a 1999 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1999 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 12,448 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 T182 AYJ, 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 27 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T182 AYJ registered?

T182 AYJ is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 21 July 1999.

Is T182 AYJ safe to buy?

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