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Y402 RFH

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,953 mi
Last recorded47,953 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY402 RFH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 47,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Main frame down tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 47,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 47,110 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 45,766 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2024 45,766 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached Lens (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 44,416 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 43,770 miles

2 stroke oil has leaked on frame underneath.

Pass 14 Apr 2021 43,288 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 42,834 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2020 42,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 42,404 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 42,404 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute L/H (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 41,892 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Apr 2018 41,860 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure Rear brake lever (3.1.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both (2.4.A.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak ()

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 41,320 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Frame rusty (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting Both (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 40,538 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 39,509 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 39,509 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 38,357 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 36,585 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 34,219 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 31,200 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 28,107 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 25,147 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 21,608 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 17,270 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 13,495 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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Y402 RFH is a 2001 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y402 RFH, 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 Y402 RFH registered?

Y402 RFH is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 2 May 2001.

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