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X324 UOW

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

4,576 mi
Last recorded4,576 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX324 UOW
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 4,576 miles

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2014 4,775 miles

Nearside Rear spring corroded and seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded and seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

final drive oil filler bolt missing

Pass 22 Nov 2012 3,909 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 3,909 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 3,441 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 3,116 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 3,116 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 2,895 miles

front and rear tyres have cracking oa tyre walls will will require replacment soon

Pass 31 Oct 2008 2,617 miles

slightly perished front and rear tyre walls

Pass 31 Oct 2007 2,245 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 2,039 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 1,769 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 1,769 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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X324 UOW is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 12,450 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 X324 UOW, 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 25 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X324 UOW registered?

X324 UOW is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 11 January 2001.

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