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X957 JVV

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,225 mi
Last recorded20,225 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX957 JVV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 20,225 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

centre stand slightly loose

Pass 24 Apr 2024 19,683 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

centre stand spring is weak allowing it to bouncing

Pass 20 Feb 2023 19,255 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 19,013 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 18,632 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 18,180 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 17,405 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 16,689 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 16,173 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 15,695 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 15,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Dec 2014 15,029 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 13,859 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 12,784 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 11,240 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 9,750 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 8,508 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 7,573 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 5,882 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 4,696 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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X957 JVV is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X957 JVV, 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 X957 JVV registered?

X957 JVV is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 8 January 2001.

Is X957 JVV safe to buy?

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