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GU52 VPG

2003 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,964 mi
Last recorded5,964 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda City Express10,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 VPG
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 5,964 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 5,934 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre slightly perished

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 5,525 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 4,449 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 4,208 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 2,843 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 2,618 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 2,333 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 2,046 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 1,703 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 1,396 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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GU52 VPG is a 2003 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GU52 VPG, 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 GU52 VPG registered?

GU52 VPG is a 2003 Honda City Express, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is GU52 VPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 VPG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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