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Y72 DTV

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

41,107 mi
Last recorded41,107 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY72 DTV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 41,107 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 41,107 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 41,107 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 41,098 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 40,922 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 40,572 miles

Rear REAR TYRE UNEVEN WEAR

Pass 5 Apr 2019 40,047 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 39,424 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 39,011 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 38,550 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 38,003 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 36,908 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 36,908 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 35,419 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,343 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 33,215 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 32,001 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 30,359 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 27,444 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 25,497 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 23,456 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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Y72 DTV 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 90.5%.

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 Y72 DTV, 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 Y72 DTV registered?

Y72 DTV is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y72 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y72 DTV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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