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Y257 AAF

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

2,229 mi
Last recorded2,229 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 AAF
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 2,229 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 2,229 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 2,229 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 2,229 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 2,229 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 2,229 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 2,229 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 2,229 miles

Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 2,229 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 2,229 miles

Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 16 Feb 2012 2,229 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Feb 2011 2,229 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)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 2,229 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 2,075 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 2,075 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2009 2,075 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 2,075 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 2,075 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 2,075 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 2,075 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 2,075 miles

Centre Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Centre Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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Y257 AAF is a 2001 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 Y257 AAF, 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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Y257 AAF is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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