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LF52 RKE

2003 Mbk Nitro

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

18,080 mi
Last recorded18,080 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro9,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 RKE
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014 18,080 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 18,080 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 5 Feb 2014 18,079 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

bellypan is secure but half missing

indicator switch does not operate smoothly

Pass 23 Mar 2013 13,601 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 13,600 miles

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

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

exhaust monuting bracket bolt missing(still secure)

indicator tell tale not working but indicators can be seen from normal riding position

main beam tell tale not working

nearside front indicator lense damaged

plastic fairings damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2010 11,237 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 Aug 2010 11,237 miles

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 May 2009 11,237 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 May 2009 11,237 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 9,450 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2008 9,382 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 4,574 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 4,574 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro?

Based on 4,190 MOT tests across 843 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 373
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 266
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 154
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 134
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LF52 RKE is a 2003 Mbk Nitro in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 9,778 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 Mbk Nitro fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF52 RKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Nitro typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mbk Nitro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF52 RKE registered?

LF52 RKE is a 2003 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 26 February 2003.

Is LF52 RKE safe to buy?

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