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AP03 AYY

2003 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,686 mi
Last recorded28,686 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda City Express10,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 AYY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 28,686 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 28,515 miles

Front Tyre slightly misshapen

Rear Tyre slightly misshapen

Pass 29 Sep 2023 28,270 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

centre stand bracket and pin worn

frame corroded

rear tyre worn and underinflated

Fail 28 Sep 2023 28,270 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

centre stand bracket and pin worn

frame corroded

rear tyre worn and underinflated

Pass 26 Jan 2021 27,517 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 25,128 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 21,295 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 21,096 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 20,867 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 20,170 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 12,969 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 18,438 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 17,482 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 16,209 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 15,221 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 14,045 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,228 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 May 2007 10,085 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 8,159 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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AP03 AYY is a 2003 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,128 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 AP03 AYY, 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 23 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP03 AYY registered?

AP03 AYY is a 2003 Honda City Express, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is AP03 AYY safe to buy?

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