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E288 JBP

1987 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,076 mi
Last recorded20,076 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2008
Typical for 1987 Honda City Express15,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE288 JBP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2008 20,076 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 18,594 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 18,954 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 16,852 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 16,852 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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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E288 JBP is a 1987 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 15,784 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 E288 JBP, 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 39 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E288 JBP registered?

E288 JBP is a 1987 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E288 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E288 JBP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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