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W612 SVG

2000 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,233 mi
Last recorded15,233 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Honda City Express11,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW612 SVG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 15,233 miles

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2022 15,233 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 14,560 miles

Front Tyre Perishing

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 14,506 miles

Lower section of frame very rusty

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear tyre pressure low

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 14,493 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion L/H fork seal. (2.3.3)

Lower section of frame very rusty.

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 14,178 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened R & L rear suspension. (2.3.2b)

Front tyre slightly cracked between tread blocks - no exposed ply or cords.

Lower frame structure slightly rusted - strength not significantly reduced.

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

Fail 10 Nov 2015 14,178 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened R & L rear suspension. (2.3.2b)

Front tyre slightly cracked between tread blocks - no exposed ply or cords.

Lower frame structure slightly rusted - strength not significantly reduced.

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 14,147 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

dip beam filiment not working - not required on moped

Pass 2 Mar 2009 13,964 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 13,762 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 13,762 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 12,739 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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W612 SVG is a 2000 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W612 SVG, 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 W612 SVG registered?

W612 SVG is a 2000 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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