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BV55 TXK

2005 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

987 mi
Last recorded987 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Lifan Lf 125 GY-33,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 TXK
MakeLifan
ModelLf 125 GY-3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2013 987 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2013 927 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Lifan Lf 125 GY-3?

Based on 801 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 73
suspension bush has excessive free play 49
Wheel spoke excessively loose 39
Headlamp aim too high 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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BV55 TXK is a 2005 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 3,078 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 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV55 TXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV55 TXK registered?

BV55 TXK is a 2005 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is BV55 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 TXK 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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