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GN04 VXW

2004 Mbk Thunder

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,949 mi
Last recorded47,949 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Mbk Thunder13,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 VXW
MakeMbk
ModelThunder
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 47,949 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front gaitors deteriated

Fail 27 Jan 2015 47,949 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front gaitors deteriated

Pass 31 Jan 2014 37,519 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 37,519 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 36,505 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 28,866 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Nov 2010

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 3 Nov 2010

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

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 16 May 2009 19,237 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 May 2009 19,237 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 16,101 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 11,801 miles

How Reliable is the Mbk Thunder?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
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GN04 VXW is a 2004 Mbk Thunder in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mbk Thunder models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 13,262 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 Mbk Thunder fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN04 VXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Thunder typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Mbk Thunder is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN04 VXW registered?

GN04 VXW is a 2004 Mbk Thunder, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is GN04 VXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN04 VXW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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