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Y38 RNH

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,646 mi
Last recorded50,646 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2009
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 RNH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2009 50,646 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 50,646 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2009 50,637 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 49,993 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 42,737 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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Y38 RNH is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Y38 RNH, 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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How do I check the history of Y38 RNH?

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What year was Y38 RNH registered?

Y38 RNH is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y38 RNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 RNH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y38 RNH have outstanding finance?

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