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HF03 XKK

2003 Rieju RS1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

10,260 mi
Last recorded10,260 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Rieju RS114,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 XKK
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 10,260 miles

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

Brake light dim with higher rpms

Front Dipped beam dim

Slight weep from front brake fluid reservoir, sight glass

Pass 23 May 2020 26,710 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front flat tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 May 2020 26,710 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front flat tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 26,708 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 26,708 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired no beam pattern (1.2.3a)

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2014 26,707 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Speedo not working

nearside gear linkage arm worn

Fail 27 Feb 2014 26,707 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Centre Front Lower Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nail in rear tyre

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

side stand bolts loose

Pass 9 Oct 2012 26,683 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2011 26,683 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2011 26,683 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,633 miles

Chain guard missing

slight crack on regesration plate

speedo not working

Fail 24 Jun 2010 26,633 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Chain guard missing

slight crack on regesration plate

speedo not working

Pass 28 Aug 2009 26,388 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 25,638 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 25,543 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,789 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 10,729 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 4,994 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2006 4,994 miles

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

Nearside Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Rieju RS1?

Based on 422 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 24
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HF03 XKK is a 2003 Rieju RS1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2003 Rieju RS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 14,313 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 Rieju RS1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF03 XKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HF03 XKK is a 2003 Rieju RS1, first registered on 8 August 2003.

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