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Y317 GWC

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

17,582 mi
Last recorded17,582 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY317 GWC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 17,582 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 17,289 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 16,942 miles

Battery flat, horn quieter than standard

Pass 27 May 2023 16,673 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2022 16,422 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 16,247 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 15,956 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 15,491 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2018 14,897 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 14,400 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 13,887 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 13,306 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 13,306 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 12,409 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,908 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,405 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 7,926 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 7,646 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 5,919 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 4,949 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 4,291 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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Y317 GWC 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 95.2%.

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 Y317 GWC, 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 Y317 GWC registered?

Y317 GWC is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y317 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y317 GWC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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