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V904 FTR

2000 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,230 mi
Last recorded16,230 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2000 Honda City Express11,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV904 FTR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 16,230 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel corroded but not to excess front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 16,218 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 14,993 miles

Central Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 14,992 miles

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

Central Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front front tyre is flat

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 14,718 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 14,413 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 13,925 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 13,169 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 12,376 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 11,437 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 10,306 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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V904 FTR is a 2000 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 V904 FTR, 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 V904 FTR registered?

V904 FTR is a 2000 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 January 2000.

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