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W197 XCE

2000 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,369 mi
Last recorded48,369 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2000 Honda City Express11,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 XCE
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 48,369 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 48,369 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 47,797 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake operation notchy

Pass 17 Sep 2016 46,553 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 42,138 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 10,257 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 16,250 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 13,850 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 13,776 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 13,257 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 12,639 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 11,867 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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W197 XCE is a 2000 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W197 XCE, 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 W197 XCE registered?

W197 XCE is a 2000 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W197 XCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W197 XCE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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