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HY09 BBV

2009 Pulse Scout

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,129 mi
Last recorded3,129 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Pulse Scout4,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 BBV
MakePulse
ModelScout
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 3,129 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 3,128 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 2,906 miles

Rear brake reserve travel low

Fail 22 Apr 2014 2,897 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 1,095 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 1,095 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Pulse Scout?

Based on 556 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 35
Headlamp aim too low 21
suspension bush has excessive free play 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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HY09 BBV is a 2009 Pulse Scout in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2009 Pulse Scout models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 4,400 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 Pulse Scout fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY09 BBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pulse Scout typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Pulse Scout is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HY09 BBV registered?

HY09 BBV is a 2009 Pulse Scout, first registered on 1 May 2009.

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