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OU08 EOJ

2008 Generic Trigger

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,310 mi
Last recorded16,310 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 EOJ
MakeGeneric
ModelTrigger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 16,310 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

handle bar grips in poor condition

slight cracking in tread of front tyre

Fail 3 May 2014 16,310 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

slight cracking in tread of front tyre

Fail 6 Mar 2014

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

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

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

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front chain gaurd missing

front master cyl sight glass obscured

front mud gaurd missing

mirror cracked

petrol cap vent pipe missing

rear flasher lens missing but still useable

Pass 19 Mar 2013 12,767 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,280 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 12,280 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,475 miles

How Reliable is the Generic Trigger?

Based on 482 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
suspension bush has excessive free play 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Headlamp aim too high 11
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OU08 EOJ is a 2008 Generic Trigger in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Generic Trigger fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 EOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Generic Trigger typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 18 years old, this Generic Trigger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU08 EOJ registered?

OU08 EOJ is a 2008 Generic Trigger, first registered on 21 April 2008.

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