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BX56 BMV

2006 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Lifan Lf 125 GY-35,045 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 BMV
MakeLifan
ModelLf 125 GY-3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Jan 2022

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2019
Fail 23 Mar 2019

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 10,098 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

front tyre unevenly worn

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tyres perished

Fail 21 Aug 2017 10,098 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

front tyre unevenly worn

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tyres perished

Fail 7 Apr 2015 9,773 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 8,430 miles

stand broken and poorly welded

Fail 1 Jun 2011 8,430 miles

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

stand broken and poorly welded

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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BX56 BMV is a 2006 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2006 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 5,045 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 BX56 BMV, 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 20 years old, this Lifan Lf 125 GY-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BX56 BMV is a 2006 Lifan Lf 125 GY-3, first registered on 14 December 2006.

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