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EU05 BWX

2005 Rieju RS2

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,857 mi
Last recorded25,857 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Rieju RS216,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 BWX
MakeRieju
ModelRS2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2013 25,857 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 25,815 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,422 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 21,419 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 17,174 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 17,174 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 May 2008 11,963 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 11,963 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Rieju RS2?

Based on 2,094 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
1,160
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 99
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 89
wheel bearings have excessive free play 69
Drive chain excessively loose 66
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 56
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EU05 BWX is a 2005 Rieju RS2 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Rieju RS2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 16,194 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 Rieju RS2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU05 BWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Rieju RS2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EU05 BWX is a 2005 Rieju RS2, first registered on 21 April 2005.

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