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LS08 OVB

2008 Lifan Lf 125-J

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,497 mi
Last recorded16,497 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J7,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 OVB
MakeLifan
ModelLf 125-J
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 16,497 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Slightly reduced damping on rear shock absorbers. (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Head bearings slightly stiff and slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 16,444 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2017 16,444 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride no spite pin rear brake arm (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2016 15,738 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 12,544 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 12,529 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 12,511 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 9,794 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,170 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 827 miles

How Reliable is the Lifan Lf 125-J?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 362 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,317
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator incorrect colour 147
reflector on motorcycle missing 63
Drive chain excessively loose 52
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 47
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LS08 OVB is a 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 7,635 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 Lifan Lf 125-J fails its MOT is direction indicator incorrect colour, accounting for 147 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS08 OVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lifan Lf 125-J typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lifan Lf 125-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LS08 OVB is a 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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