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HX55 FYO

2005 Beta Alp 4T-200

Yellow Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

7,649 mi
Last recorded7,649 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Beta Alp 4T-2004,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 FYO
MakeBeta
ModelAlp 4T-200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 7,649 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 7,649 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2021 7,649 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 7,649 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 7,649 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 7,649 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 7,649 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 7,275 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 6,394 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 4,259 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 2,615 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 2,013 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 722 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 722 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 18 Apr 2011 722 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 722 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009

standard speedo disconnected, alternative speedo fitted

Fail 8 May 2008

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Beta Alp 4T-200?

Based on 1,371 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Horn not working 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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HX55 FYO is a 2005 Beta Alp 4T-200 in Yellow with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Beta Alp 4T-200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 4,238 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 Beta Alp 4T-200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX55 FYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Beta Alp 4T-200 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Beta Alp 4T-200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX55 FYO registered?

HX55 FYO is a 2005 Beta Alp 4T-200, first registered on 7 September 2005.

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