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FJ08 VVF

2008 Pulse Scout

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,337 mi
Last recorded9,337 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 2008 Pulse Scout4,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 VVF
MakePulse
ModelScout
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 9,337 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 9,308 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 6,228 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 6,227 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Air box insecure

Fail 26 Mar 2012 5,165 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Upper Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 5,165 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Upper Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 3,640 miles

How Reliable is the Pulse Scout?

Based on 556 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 35
Headlamp aim too low 21
suspension bush has excessive free play 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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FJ08 VVF is a 2008 Pulse Scout in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Pulse Scout models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 4,617 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 Pulse Scout fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 VVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FJ08 VVF registered?

FJ08 VVF is a 2008 Pulse Scout, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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The MOT history for FJ08 VVF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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