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YD52 TYV

2002 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

12,877 mi
Last recorded12,877 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 TYV
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 12,877 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 12,877 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 12,502 miles

Both tyres perished on sidewalls

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 2,180 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 2,180 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 11,702 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 11,086 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2016 11,086 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 10,103 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 8,907 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 7,651 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,547 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 4,750 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 2,573 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 2,573 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 1,214 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 611 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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YD52 TYV is a 2002 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 12,051 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 YD52 TYV, 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 24 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YD52 TYV registered?

YD52 TYV is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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The MOT history for YD52 TYV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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