1987 Honda City Express MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for City Express models manufactured in 1987, based on 289 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1987 Honda City Express has an MOT pass rate of 79.2% based on 289 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,278 miles on the odometer. With a 20.8% failure rate, the 1987 City Express is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1987 Honda City Express is Motorcycle steering, responsible for 0.3% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 0.3%.
Top failures specific to 1987 models only. The overall City Express page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.3% | 1 |
| 2 | Non-component Advisories | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,278 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering | 0.23 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.23 | 0.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1987 Honda City Express has an MOT pass rate of 79.2% based on 289 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,278 miles on the odometer. With a 20.8% failure rate, the 1987 City Express is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1987 Honda City Express, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 15,278 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering — 0.3% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1987 Honda City Express models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Non-component advisories — 0.3% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1987 Honda City Express models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.