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X852 JFV

2000 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,741 mi
Last recorded14,741 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda City Express11,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX852 JFV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 14,741 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 14,734 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 13,081 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 12,863 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2016 12,863 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 12,191 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 12,191 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 11,282 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 11,282 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2012 10,298 miles

front tyre wall cracking

Pass 14 Mar 2011 9,114 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,718 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,175 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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X852 JFV is a 2000 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X852 JFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X852 JFV registered?

X852 JFV is a 2000 Honda City Express, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is X852 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X852 JFV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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