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AE09 FAU

2009 Pulse Scout

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,768 mi
Last recorded4,768 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2009 Pulse Scout4,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE09 FAU
MakePulse
ModelScout
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 4,768 miles

the engine mount rubbers are worn

Pass 15 Jun 2013 4,240 miles

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

the engine mount rubbers have slight side to side play

Fail 15 Jun 2013 4,240 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

the engine mounts have side to side free play

How Reliable is the Pulse Scout?

Based on 556 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 35
Headlamp aim too low 21
suspension bush has excessive free play 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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AE09 FAU is a 2009 Pulse Scout in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Pulse Scout models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 4,400 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 Pulse Scout fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE09 FAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pulse Scout typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Pulse Scout is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE09 FAU registered?

AE09 FAU is a 2009 Pulse Scout, first registered on 1 July 2009.

Is AE09 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE09 FAU shows 3 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.

Does AE09 FAU have outstanding finance?

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