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V102 FRV

1999 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

41,226 mi
Last recorded41,226 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV102 FRV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 41,226 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at head (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pivot worn, but not excessively lever pivot (1.1.15 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

stand spring weak

Fail 5 Feb 2020 41,226 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible broken up (0.1 (b))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at head (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pivot worn, but not excessively lever pivot (1.1.15 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

stand spring weak

Pass 13 Oct 2017 41,226 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 41,226 miles

Front Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride centre stand loose dragging close to floor (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 32,538 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 32,538 miles

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

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 27,174 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 23,840 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 19,754 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,441 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 18,774 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 17,953 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 16,827 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 15,725 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 14,831 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 12,522 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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V102 FRV is a 1999 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V102 FRV, 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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V102 FRV is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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