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Y298 RPS

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,878 mi
Last recorded11,878 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 RPS
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 11,878 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 11,804 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting quite worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 11,707 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 11,302 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2015 11,088 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 10,821 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 May 2013 10,179 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

front tyre getting quite worn

Pass 31 May 2012 9,580 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

front brake gripping

Fail 25 May 2012 9,833 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

front brake gripping

Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,293 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 8,706 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 8,286 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 7,062 miles

slight bind in front brakes

Fail 20 Sep 2007 7,062 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 6,614 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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Y298 RPS is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y298 RPS, 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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Y298 RPS is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 11 May 2001.

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