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LF52 RLO

2002 Mbk Nitro

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

14,539 mi
Last recorded14,539 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Mbk Nitro9,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 RLO
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2012 14,539 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 14,539 miles

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 14,539 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 14,539 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 11,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2009 8,425 miles

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

Unable to see rear barake pad wear due to caliper design. however brake efficiency within specification

Fail 30 Apr 2009 8,415 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Unable to see rear barake pad wear due to caliper design. however brake efficiency within specification

Pass 30 Apr 2008 4,041 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 4,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Fail 19 May 2007 4,562 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 May 2007 2,191 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 4,557 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006

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 RLO is a 2002 Mbk Nitro in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2002 Mbk Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 9,047 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 RLO, 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 24 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 RLO registered?

LF52 RLO is a 2002 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 3 December 2002.

Is LF52 RLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 RLO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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