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DA51 XEB

2002 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,387 mi
Last recorded6,387 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda City Express12,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA51 XEB
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 6,387 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 6,375 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 6,261 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 6,182 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 6,182 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 6,166 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 6,057 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 5,565 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 5,189 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 4,998 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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DA51 XEB is a 2002 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DA51 XEB, 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 DA51 XEB registered?

DA51 XEB is a 2002 Honda City Express, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is DA51 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA51 XEB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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