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S734 JRH

1998 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,374 mi
Last recorded7,374 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda City Express13,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS734 JRH
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 7,374 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 7,237 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2019 7,237 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 5,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 12,095 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 12,097 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 12,097 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2011 12,097 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 12,097 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 10,434 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 9,822 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 8,154 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 8,138 miles

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

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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S734 JRH is a 1998 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 13,012 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 S734 JRH, 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 28 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S734 JRH registered?

S734 JRH is a 1998 Honda City Express, first registered on 4 September 1998.

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