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OE52 TKC

2003 Honda City Express

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

12,328 mi
Last recorded12,328 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda City Express10,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 TKC
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 12,328 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 12,251 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 12,251 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2015 12,008 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 11,562 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 11,562 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 11,082 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2013 11,082 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 10,454 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 10,452 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 9,338 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 9,338 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 9,024 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 5,657 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 5,164 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 5,150 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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OE52 TKC is a 2003 Honda City Express in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OE52 TKC, 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 OE52 TKC registered?

OE52 TKC is a 2003 Honda City Express, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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