CarVerify

Free Car Check

BF52 VUU

2002 Mbk Nitro

Black Petrol 98cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,010 mi
Last recorded7,010 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Mbk Nitro9,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mbk
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 VUU
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 7,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Feb 2015 6,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 3,011 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 3,003 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro?

Based on 4,190 MOT tests across 843 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 373
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 266
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 154
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 134
Full Mbk Nitro reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BF52 VUU is a 2002 Mbk Nitro in Black with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Mbk Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 9,047 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 Mbk Nitro fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF52 VUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Nitro typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Mbk Nitro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF52 VUU?

You can check the full history of BF52 VUU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BF52 VUU registered?

BF52 VUU is a 2002 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 26 October 2002.

Is BF52 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF52 VUU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF52 VUU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BF52 VUU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.