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V297 KUA

2000 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,545 mi
Last recorded27,545 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda City Express11,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV297 KUA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 27,545 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 27,528 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 26,263 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 26,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 25,528 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 24,826 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 24,487 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 21,751 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 18,507 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 18,290 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 17,941 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 17,537 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 17,073 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 17,072 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 17,069 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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V297 KUA is a 2000 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 11,176 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V297 KUA, 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 26 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V297 KUA registered?

V297 KUA is a 2000 Honda City Express, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V297 KUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V297 KUA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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