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X971 FVA

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,362 mi
Last recorded16,362 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX971 FVA
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2010 16,362 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 16,362 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 14,423 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 14,423 miles

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 13,108 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 13,108 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 13,031 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Apr 2008 12,894 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 11,411 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 9,767 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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X971 FVA is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X971 FVA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X971 FVA registered?

X971 FVA is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 15 February 2001.

Is X971 FVA safe to buy?

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