CarVerify

Free Car Check

R239 WNP

1998 Mbk Rocket

Yellow Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,325 mi
Last recorded12,325 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Mbk Rocket8,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mbk
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 WNP
MakeMbk
ModelRocket
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
View full Mbk Rocket reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,325 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 11,004 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 8,897 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 8,881 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 6,853 miles

How Reliable is the Mbk Rocket?

Based on 663 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
555
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 15
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 15
Full Mbk Rocket reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R239 WNP is a 1998 Mbk Rocket in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Mbk Rocket models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 8,881 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mbk Rocket fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R239 WNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Rocket typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Mbk Rocket is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R239 WNP?

You can check the full history of R239 WNP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R239 WNP registered?

R239 WNP is a 1998 Mbk Rocket, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R239 WNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 WNP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R239 WNP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R239 WNP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.