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HW08 CAA

2008 Tgb 304

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,429 mi
Last recorded31,429 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Tgb 30414,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 CAA
MakeTgb
Model304
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2017 31,429 miles

Direction indicators not working all indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey exhaust/engine joint (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure front fairing/headlamp surround insecure (1.2.3b)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

rear number plate light lense missing

Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,313 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm in place (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

Fail 27 Feb 2016 29,313 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey pipe to engine joint (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high beam image incorrect (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm in place (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

Pass 18 Feb 2015 27,028 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 27,028 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 22,430 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 16,607 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp beam image very slightly deminished

Pass 7 Mar 2012 13,902 miles

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre cuts/tears not to cords

Fail 2 Mar 2012 13,902 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre cuts/tears not to cords

Pass 28 Feb 2011 8,473 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Tgb 304?

Based on 1,594 MOT tests across 339 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
1,757
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
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HW08 CAA is a 2008 Tgb 304 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Tgb 304 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 14,470 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 304 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW08 CAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb 304 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Tgb 304 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW08 CAA registered?

HW08 CAA is a 2008 Tgb 304, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HW08 CAA safe to buy?

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