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V108 DDF

1999 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,956 mi
Last recorded35,956 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV108 DDF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 35,956 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 35,817 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre sidewall persihed

Pass 10 Oct 2023 35,126 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre sidewall perished

Pass 6 Aug 2022 33,565 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 33,516 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 33,479 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 33,477 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2014 32,247 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 31,330 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 2 Mar 2013 31,329 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2011 29,240 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 27,898 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 25,185 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2008 23,058 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 20,397 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 17,375 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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V108 DDF 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 V108 DDF, 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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V108 DDF is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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