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Y549 RCR

2001 Honda City Express

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,879 mi
Last recorded10,879 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 2001 Honda City Express12,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY549 RCR
MakeHonda
ModelCity Express
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 May 2011 10,879 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 8,619 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 7,476 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 6,020 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 4,163 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 2,406 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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Y549 RCR is a 2001 Honda City Express in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Honda City Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 12,450 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 Y549 RCR, 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 25 years old, this Honda City Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y549 RCR registered?

Y549 RCR is a 2001 Honda City Express, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y549 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y549 RCR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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