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P42 RGO

1996 Bajaj Chetak

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,639 mi
Last recorded26,639 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Bajaj Chetak9,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 RGO
MakeBajaj
ModelChetak
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 26,639 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 26,496 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2016 25,846 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 24,079 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 21,707 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 18,117 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 18,106 miles

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 13,166 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 2 miles

How Reliable is the Bajaj Chetak?

Based on 734 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
wheel bearings are excessively rough 10
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
Direction indicator missing 5
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P42 RGO is a 1996 Bajaj Chetak in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Bajaj Chetak models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 9,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bajaj Chetak fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P42 RGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bajaj Chetak typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Bajaj Chetak is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P42 RGO registered?

P42 RGO is a 1996 Bajaj Chetak, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P42 RGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P42 RGO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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