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X995 JVV

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,971 mi
Last recorded9,971 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2010
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX995 JVV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2010 9,971 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 30,195 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

speedo cable damaged..

riders seat held on with cable ties..

Fail 26 Aug 2008 30,195 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

speedo cable damaged..

riders seat held on with cable ties..

Pass 3 Mar 2007 30,195 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 30,195 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 24,110 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 24,110 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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X995 JVV is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X995 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 X995 JVV registered?

X995 JVV is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 12 February 2001.

Is X995 JVV safe to buy?

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