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Y449 XFV

2001 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,642 mi
Last recorded29,642 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY449 XFV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 29,642 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 27,273 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 25,317 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 22,051 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 22,051 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 19,158 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 16,682 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 13,505 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 10,514 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 7,669 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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Y449 XFV is a 2001 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y449 XFV, 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 Y449 XFV registered?

Y449 XFV is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 24 March 2001.

Is Y449 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y449 XFV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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