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BX55 TXA

2005 Tgb R50 X

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,869 mi
Last recorded1,869 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Tgb R50 X4,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 TXA
MakeTgb
ModelR50 X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 1,869 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 1,861 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 7,195 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 1,233 miles

How Reliable is the Tgb R50 X?

Based on 2,425 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
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BX55 TXA is a 2005 Tgb R50 X in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Tgb R50 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 4,056 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 Tgb R50 X fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX55 TXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb R50 X typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Tgb R50 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX55 TXA registered?

BX55 TXA is a 2005 Tgb R50 X, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is BX55 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX55 TXA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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