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BX08 ETU

2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

1,033 mi
Last recorded1,033 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 509,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 ETU
MakeGeneric
ModelTrigger Sm 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 1,033 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear coil spring adjustment locknut loose

Fail 10 Jul 2019 1,033 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working off front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear coil spring adjustment locknut loose

Fail 14 May 2019 10,332 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 787 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

nearside mirror insecure

Fail 14 Apr 2016 787 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute all (1.5.1c)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

nearside mirror insecure

Pass 30 May 2014 14,905 miles

clutch lever broken / shortened

Pass 8 May 2013 2,071 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 725 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 642 miles

FRONT SPROCKET COVER MISSING

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 May 2011 642 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

FRONT SPROCKET COVER MISSING

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 ETU is a 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ETU, 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 ETU registered?

BX08 ETU is a 2008 Generic Trigger Sm 50, first registered on 13 April 2008.

Is BX08 ETU safe to buy?

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