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GAZ 56

2008 Boom Low Rider

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,887 mi
Last recorded34,887 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Boom Low Rider23,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 56
MakeBoom
ModelLow Rider
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 34,887 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 34,798 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 34,798 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

fog light inoperative

reverse light inoperative

Fail 6 Jul 2023 34,798 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside split pins missing brake pedal mounting bolts

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

fog light inoperative

reverse light inoperative

Pass 10 Jun 2022 34,798 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 34,798 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 34,798 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 34,748 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 3,382 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 5,369 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 2,929 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 27,684 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 27,177 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 25,909 miles

How Reliable is the Boom Low Rider?

Based on 1,556 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
972
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearing has excessive play 15
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 14
Stop lamp not working 13
Direction indicator not working 10
position lamp(s) not working 8
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GAZ 56 is a 2008 Boom Low Rider in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Boom Low Rider models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 23,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Boom Low Rider fails its MOT is wheel bearing has excessive play, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAZ 56, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Boom Low Rider typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Boom Low Rider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAZ 56 registered?

GAZ 56 is a 2008 Boom Low Rider, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is GAZ 56 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 56 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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