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Y734 OPY

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,653 mi
Last recorded25,653 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY734 OPY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 25,653 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 25,653 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2012 25,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 22,101 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 22,101 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 22,089 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 21,994 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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Y734 OPY is a 2001 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y734 OPY, 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 Y734 OPY registered?

Y734 OPY is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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