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K265 JCL

1993 Honda City Express

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

16,769 mi
Last recorded16,769 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1993 Honda City Express14,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK265 JCL
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 16,769 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2014 16,094 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 16,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 16,007 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

fork yoke slightly corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,455 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 15,455 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 15,375 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 15,375 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 15,016 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 14,261 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 13,160 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 13,160 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Offside Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 12,867 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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K265 JCL is a 1993 Honda City Express in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 14,261 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 K265 JCL, 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 33 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K265 JCL registered?

K265 JCL is a 1993 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K265 JCL safe to buy?

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