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HF03 GSV

2003 Sachs Roadster

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,346 mi
Last recorded20,346 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Sachs Roadster11,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 GSV
MakeSachs
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 20,346 miles

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

no chain guard fitted to motor cycle

Fail 31 Aug 2013 20,293 miles

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

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

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

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

no chain guard fitted to motor cycle

Pass 25 Jun 2012 20,268 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 20,268 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,268 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 18,271 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 18,269 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 15,330 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 15,314 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Pass 10 May 2008 12,584 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 10,084 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 22,001 miles

How Reliable is the Sachs Roadster?

Based on 2,442 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
732
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
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HF03 GSV is a 2003 Sachs Roadster in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Sachs Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 11,536 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 Sachs Roadster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF03 GSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sachs Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Sachs Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF03 GSV registered?

HF03 GSV is a 2003 Sachs Roadster, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is HF03 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 GSV 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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