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V680 VRP

1999 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,759 mi
Last recorded20,759 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2010
Typical for 1999 Honda City Express12,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV680 VRP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2010 20,759 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 20,211 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 20,175 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 20,150 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 20,057 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 20,037 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2006 19,889 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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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V680 VRP is a 1999 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V680 VRP, 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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What year was V680 VRP registered?

V680 VRP is a 1999 Honda City Express, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is V680 VRP safe to buy?

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