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VX03 BXP

2003 Honda City Express

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,009 mi
Last recorded6,009 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda City Express10,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 BXP
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 6,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 5,444 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 4,886 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 4,886 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 4,866 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 4,864 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 4,848 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured but reflector fitted to top box

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

Slight perishing to front tyre

Fail 10 Oct 2009 4,848 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured but reflector fitted to top box

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

Slight perishing to front tyre

Pass 23 Oct 2008 4,793 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 4,780 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 4,727 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 908 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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VX03 BXP is a 2003 Honda City Express in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX03 BXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX03 BXP registered?

VX03 BXP is a 2003 Honda City Express, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is VX03 BXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX03 BXP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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