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V123 SSS

2002 Honda City Express

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,126 mi
Last recorded26,126 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV123 SSS
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 26,126 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 21,353 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 21,353 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 16,012 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))

Fail 20 Jun 2012 15,878 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Tyre has slight perishing on side wall

Pass 11 May 2011 15,515 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))

Pass 22 Apr 2010 13,948 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 13,924 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 11,278 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 8,864 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,133 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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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V123 SSS is a 2002 Honda City Express in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 12,051 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 V123 SSS, 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 24 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V123 SSS registered?

V123 SSS is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 January 2002.

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