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BX08 ETR

2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,569 mi
Last recorded12,569 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 509,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 ETR
MakeGeneric
ModelTrigger Sm 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2015 12,569 miles

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

Riders R/H foot peg bent.

Fail 5 Mar 2015 12,460 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rider foot peg bent.

Fail 25 Mar 2014

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2012 11,946 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 May 2011 11,724 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 11,724 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Generic Trigger Sm 50?

Based on 870 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,326
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
suspension bush has excessive free play 24
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BX08 ETR is a 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 9,460 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 Generic Trigger Sm 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX08 ETR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Generic Trigger Sm 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Generic Trigger Sm 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX08 ETR registered?

BX08 ETR is a 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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