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RK08 GKE

2008 Sachs SX1

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,150 mi
Last recorded17,150 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2011
Typical for 2008 Sachs SX19,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 GKE
MakeSachs
ModelSX1
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2011 17,150 miles

Rear tyre slightly damaged

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

Fail 4 Jul 2011 17,150 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear tyre slightly damaged

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

How Reliable is the Sachs SX1?

Based on 706 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
930
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
Horn not working 22
Riders seat insecure 20
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RK08 GKE is a 2008 Sachs SX1 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Sachs SX1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 9,430 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 Sachs SX1 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 GKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sachs SX1 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sachs SX1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK08 GKE registered?

RK08 GKE is a 2008 Sachs SX1, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is RK08 GKE safe to buy?

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