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HW59 AEA

2009 Tgb R50 X

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Tgb R50 X4,678 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW59 AEA
MakeTgb
ModelR50 X
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018
Pass 19 Aug 2017

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2017

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

Riders seat insecure seat lock does not hold (6.2.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 13,395 miles

rear tyre is flat

Fail 28 Jul 2016 13,395 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

rear tyre is flat

Pass 25 Apr 2015 13,383 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2015 13,383 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 11,636 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 11,636 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 7,029 miles

How Reliable is the Tgb R50 X?

Based on 2,425 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
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HW59 AEA is a 2009 Tgb R50 X in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2009 Tgb R50 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 4,678 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 R50 X fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW59 AEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb R50 X typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Tgb R50 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW59 AEA registered?

HW59 AEA is a 2009 Tgb R50 X, first registered on 29 October 2009.

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