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LK53 GOC

2003 Mbk Thunder

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,469 mi
Last recorded4,469 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mbk Thunder7,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 GOC
MakeMbk
ModelThunder
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 4,469 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 1,292 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 May 2016 1,292 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 6 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 11,613 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 11,567 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2012 11,567 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 11,506 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

serious damage marker

Fail 18 Aug 2011 11,506 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

serious damage marker

Fail 23 Jul 2010 10,316 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 10,316 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 9,274 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Jul 2009 9,236 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 7,482 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 6,354 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 6,310 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 1,920 miles

How Reliable is the Mbk Thunder?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
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LK53 GOC is a 2003 Mbk Thunder in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Thunder models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 7,389 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 Thunder fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK53 GOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Thunder typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mbk Thunder is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK53 GOC registered?

LK53 GOC is a 2003 Mbk Thunder, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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