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PL03 EBM

2003 Mbk Nitro (Y050)

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,829 mi
Last recorded15,829 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro (Y050)9,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 EBM
MakeMbk
ModelNitro (Y050)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 15,829 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

o/s/front mirror bracket broken

rear mudgaurd loose

rear tyre pressure low

Fail 5 Aug 2008 15,763 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

o/s/front mirror bracket broken

rear mudgaurd loose

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 9 Aug 2007 9,306 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 7,566 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 7,515 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro (Y050)?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
1,699
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
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PL03 EBM is a 2003 Mbk Nitro (Y050) in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Nitro (Y050) models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 9,218 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 Nitro (Y050) fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 EBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Nitro (Y050) typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mbk Nitro (Y050) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PL03 EBM registered?

PL03 EBM is a 2003 Mbk Nitro (Y050), first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is PL03 EBM safe to buy?

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