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X986 JVV

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,680 mi
Last recorded17,680 miles
Recorded on30 May 2011
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX986 JVV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2011 17,680 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,234 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 16,717 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 16,717 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 11,027 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 11,027 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 10,797 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 10,797 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 6,864 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 6,861 miles

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

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

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

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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X986 JVV 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 60%.

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 X986 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 X986 JVV registered?

X986 JVV is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 12 February 2001.

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