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EJ52 VEK

2003 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

23,998 mi
Last recorded23,998 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda City Express10,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 VEK
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 23,998 miles

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)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,738 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 23,738 miles

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)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,397 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 21,397 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,579 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 18,579 miles

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))

Pass 19 Mar 2010 15,999 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 15,999 miles

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)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 14,241 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 12,544 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 12,544 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2007 10,128 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 10,128 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 7,488 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 7,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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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.

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