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T48 LNH

1999 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,176 mi
Last recorded29,176 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT48 LNH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 29,176 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 29,166 miles

Front mudguard loose

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 May 2023 29,166 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2022 25,516 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 25,516 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak front/both (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions front tyre backwards (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2012 24,002 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 21,762 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 21,747 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,790 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 19,302 miles

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

no headlamp beam pattern

Pass 31 Jul 2007 17,118 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 17,118 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 13,330 miles

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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T48 LNH is a 1999 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 T48 LNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T48 LNH registered?

T48 LNH is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is T48 LNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T48 LNH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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