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LJ53 MTF

2003 Rieju RS2 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,918 mi
Last recorded12,918 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Rieju RS2 5011,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 MTF
MakeRieju
ModelRS2 50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 12,918 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 12,916 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Fuel system component leaking tap (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working less than 50% of led lamps working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 12,554 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Oct 2015 12,554 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2014 12,247 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2012

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 10,432 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Dec 2006 8,650 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 8,650 miles

How Reliable is the Rieju RS2 50?

Based on 892 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
1,060
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Drive chain excessively loose 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
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LJ53 MTF is a 2003 Rieju RS2 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Rieju RS2 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 11,650 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 Rieju RS2 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 MTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS2 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Rieju RS2 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ53 MTF is a 2003 Rieju RS2 50, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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