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GN14 ELJ

2014 Tgb BR8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,532 mi
Last recorded23,532 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2014 Tgb BR87,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN14 ELJ
MakeTgb
ModelBR8
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 23,532 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively Light rubbing (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Slight (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight free play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre Tyre flat ()

Fail 20 Jul 2021 23,529 miles

Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock On both full lock left and full lock right (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Seal leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working Both front and rear do not illuminate light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking open on full lock left (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from head joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jun 2020 22,000 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 21,795 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,792 miles

Rear brake caliper is slightly worn

Fail 25 Jul 2017 21,792 miles

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

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

Rear brake caliper is slightly worn

How Reliable is the Tgb BR8?

Based on 474 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
894
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
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GN14 ELJ is a 2014 Tgb BR8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2014 Tgb BR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 7,403 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 Tgb BR8 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN14 ELJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb BR8 typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 12 years old, this Tgb BR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN14 ELJ registered?

GN14 ELJ is a 2014 Tgb BR8, first registered on 15 July 2014.

Is GN14 ELJ safe to buy?

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