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PN08 TYK

2008 Tgb R50 X

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,193 mi
Last recorded11,193 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Tgb R50 X5,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 TYK
MakeTgb
ModelR50 X
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 11,193 miles

Centre Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 11,193 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Centre Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 9,795 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

front fork dust seals spliting/rotting

Fail 17 Oct 2014 9,795 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

front fork dust seals spliting/rotting

Pass 17 Jul 2013 9,623 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 8,997 miles

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

Centre Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 12 Jul 2012 8,989 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Centre Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 7,618 miles

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

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

Offside Front Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 7,616 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Offside Front Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 7,486 miles

Nearside Upper Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Upper Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

How Reliable is the Tgb R50 X?

Based on 2,425 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
Full Tgb R50 X reliability report

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PN08 TYK is a 2008 Tgb R50 X in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Tgb R50 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 5,002 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 Tgb R50 X fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 TYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb R50 X typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Tgb R50 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PN08 TYK is a 2008 Tgb R50 X, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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