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LJ03 VCL

2003 Mbk Nitro

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,171 mi
Last recorded4,171 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro9,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mbk
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VCL
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2010 4,171 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 4,157 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 775 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 775 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 1 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 4,163 miles

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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LJ03 VCL is a 2003 Mbk Nitro in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ03 VCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ03 VCL registered?

LJ03 VCL is a 2003 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is LJ03 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 VCL shows 6 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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