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HX55 BSO

2005 Better Bt 125-20

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

10,351 mi
Last recorded10,351 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Better Bt 125-204,939 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 BSO
MakeBetter
ModelBt 125-20
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,351 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 10,325 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 6,349 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 6,344 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 3,634 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 3,634 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 May 2009 3,612 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 30 May 2009 3,612 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Fail 23 May 2009 3,603 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake hose not located in securing bracket

rear brake rod adjuster nut only located 2/3 into thread

speedo cable locating bracket broken

How Reliable is the Better Bt 125-20?

Based on 1,290 MOT tests across 286 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
286
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Footrest missing 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
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HX55 BSO is a 2005 Better Bt 125-20 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2005 Better Bt 125-20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 4,939 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 Better Bt 125-20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX55 BSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Better Bt 125-20 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Better Bt 125-20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX55 BSO registered?

HX55 BSO is a 2005 Better Bt 125-20, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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