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T201 AYJ

1999 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,955 mi
Last recorded12,955 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT201 AYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 12,955 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 12,951 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 10,003 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. mount loose (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Fail 19 May 2017 9,955 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake not cleanly releasing (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. mount loose (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 6,995 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 6,992 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 5,837 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,248 miles

cracking on rear tyre

Fail 19 Apr 2013 5,248 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

cracking on front tyre

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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T201 AYJ is a 1999 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T201 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 T201 AYJ registered?

T201 AYJ is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 20 August 1999.

Is T201 AYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T201 AYJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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