MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,998 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b) DANGEROUS
Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda City Express?
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EJ52 VEK is a 2003 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.
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 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 EJ52 VEK, 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 EJ52 VEK registered?
EJ52 VEK is a 2003 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 January 2003.
Is EJ52 VEK safe to buy?
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