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KP54 KVM

2005 Taishan Sport

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

288 mi
Last recorded288 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Taishan Sport2,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 KVM
MakeTaishan
ModelSport
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 288 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 218 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 217 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

How Reliable is the Taishan Sport?

Based on 289 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
237
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim too high 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
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KP54 KVM is a 2005 Taishan Sport in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Taishan Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 2,396 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 Taishan Sport fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP54 KVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Taishan Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Taishan Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KP54 KVM registered?

KP54 KVM is a 2005 Taishan Sport, first registered on 3 February 2005.

Is KP54 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP54 KVM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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