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HF08 BYH

2008 Tgb 303 R Hawk

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,249 mi
Last recorded4,249 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Tgb 303 R Hawk7,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 BYH
MakeTgb
Model303 R Hawk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 4,249 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

Numberplate Mount Loose

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Light Loose

Fail 12 Jun 2025 4,249 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Jack Up Kit (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

Numberplate Mount Loose

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Light Loose

Pass 11 Jun 2021 4,249 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general panel damage

seat cover split

Pass 23 Sep 2020 4,249 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 11 Sep 2012 4,249 miles

Front tyre shows signs of perishing.

Impact damage noted.

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 4,249 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

slight perish marks on side walls of front tyre

Fail 2 Aug 2011 4,249 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

slight perish marks on side walls of front tyre

How Reliable is the Tgb 303 R Hawk?

Based on 554 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 9
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HF08 BYH is a 2008 Tgb 303 R Hawk in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Tgb 303 R Hawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 7,209 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 303 R Hawk fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF08 BYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb 303 R Hawk typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Tgb 303 R Hawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF08 BYH registered?

HF08 BYH is a 2008 Tgb 303 R Hawk, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is HF08 BYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 BYH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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