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J406 CYY

1992 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,986 mi
Last recorded14,986 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1992 Honda City Express14,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ406 CYY
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 14,986 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in fork bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 12,743 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under side of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 12,743 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under side of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 12,723 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 12,680 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 12,583 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 12,556 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 12,535 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Leg shields (2.1.2e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate cracked

Fail 21 Jul 2016 12,535 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Leg shields (2.1.2e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate cracked

Pass 19 Aug 2014 12,418 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 12,339 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 12,053 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 11,491 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 10,945 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 10,457 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,895 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 9,507 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 8,935 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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J406 CYY is a 1992 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1992 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 14,766 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 J406 CYY, 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 34 years old, this Honda City Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J406 CYY is a 1992 Honda City Express, first registered on 28 February 1992.

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