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X377 DAB

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

49,611 mi
Last recorded49,611 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX377 DAB
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 49,611 miles

Central centre stand not working leg broken off

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

Front front tyre has small cracks in tread and sidewall no chords showing

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rust on most of the frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2025 49,611 miles

Central centre stand not working leg broken off

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

Front front tyre has small cracks in tread and sidewall no chords showing

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rust on most of the frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 49,611 miles

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

battery insecure

Pass 9 May 2022 48,455 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

battery insecure

Pass 26 Apr 2021 47,492 miles

BATTERY INSECURE

Pass 13 Sep 2017 47,325 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 46,453 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 44,268 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 42,150 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 40,123 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 38,207 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 36,258 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 33,569 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 31,264 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 28,706 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 25,045 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 21,253 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 18,078 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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X377 DAB is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 X377 DAB, 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 X377 DAB registered?

X377 DAB is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X377 DAB safe to buy?

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