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YW52 KJZ

2002 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

12,858 mi
Last recorded12,858 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW52 KJZ
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 12,858 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 12,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2023 12,729 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 11,745 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 11,644 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2018 11,644 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 11,341 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 11,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 10,757 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 9,636 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 7,830 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 6,707 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 6,707 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 6,117 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 5,482 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 4,757 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 4,757 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 4,109 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 4,109 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 3,302 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 2,489 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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YW52 KJZ is a 2002 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YW52 KJZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YW52 KJZ registered?

YW52 KJZ is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 23 December 2002.

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The MOT history for YW52 KJZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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