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MV02 XCN

2002 Rieju RS1

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2009
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

24,703 mi
Last recorded24,703 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 XCN
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2014 24,703 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front mudgaurd held on by cable ties.

Pass 1 Mar 2008 9,149 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 9,149 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2008 9,149 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim not checked

Rear registration plate insecure

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 8,230 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 8,210 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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))

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

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Rieju RS1?

Based on 422 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 24
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MV02 XCN is a 2002 Rieju RS1 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Rieju RS1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV02 XCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MV02 XCN is a 2002 Rieju RS1, first registered on 27 July 2002.

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