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YY52 HGE

2002 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,406 mi
Last recorded21,406 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 HGE
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 21,406 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 21,134 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 20,465 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,667 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 18,640 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Pass 12 May 2008 17,189 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 May 2007 15,985 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 9,998 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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YY52 HGE is a 2002 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 YY52 HGE, 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 YY52 HGE registered?

YY52 HGE is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is YY52 HGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY52 HGE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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