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R298 CNP

1998 Mbk Rocket

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

29,606 mi
Last recorded29,606 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Mbk Rocket8,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR298 CNP
MakeMbk
ModelRocket
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2015 29,606 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 29,606 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 29,196 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 29,195 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,192 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 26,269 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 26,268 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2012 26,256 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,850 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 19,094 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,509 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyer flat

Fail 27 Aug 2009 15,509 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front tyer flat

Pass 15 Aug 2008 12,159 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 12,159 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 8,106 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 8,106 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

front tyre has cracks

topbox lid insecure

Pass 31 Aug 2006 7,632 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 7,610 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2005 5,221 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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
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R298 CNP is a 1998 Mbk Rocket in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R298 CNP, 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.

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R298 CNP is a 1998 Mbk Rocket, first registered on 1 July 1998.

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