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X598 EKO

2000 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,847 mi
Last recorded14,847 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2011
Typical for 2000 Honda City Express11,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX598 EKO
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2011 14,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 14,846 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 13,292 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 13,292 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 13,076 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 13,076 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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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X598 EKO is a 2000 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X598 EKO, 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 X598 EKO registered?

X598 EKO is a 2000 Honda City Express, first registered on 19 October 2000.

Is X598 EKO safe to buy?

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