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Y917 JBM

2001 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

13,687 mi
Last recorded13,687 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY917 JBM
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 13,687 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 13,687 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,230 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 10,230 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 8,333 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 8,333 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 6,520 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 5,120 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

mirror damaged left side

panels restricted view to test

Fail 2 May 2012 3,975 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 3,975 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 3,896 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2010 3,888 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 3,794 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 3,526 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 3,356 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 3,098 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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Y917 JBM is a 2001 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 Y917 JBM, 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 Y917 JBM registered?

Y917 JBM is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y917 JBM safe to buy?

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