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BD13 VKF

2013 Pulse Bt

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,314 mi
Last recorded6,314 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2013 Pulse Bt3,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 VKF
MakePulse
ModelBt
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 6,314 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to the limit in centre section (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play head bearing have slight free play & require adjusting (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2017 6,108 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear Rear brake lever mounting (3.2.A1i)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Pulse Bt?

Based on 2,606 MOT tests across 898 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
626
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
898
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 31
Direction indicators not working 21
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BD13 VKF is a 2013 Pulse Bt in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2013 Pulse Bt models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 3,906 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 Bt fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD13 VKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pulse Bt typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 13 years old, this Pulse Bt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD13 VKF?

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What year was BD13 VKF registered?

BD13 VKF is a 2013 Pulse Bt, first registered on 6 July 2013.

Is BD13 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 VKF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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