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RK53 ESG

2003 Rieju RS2 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,911 mi
Last recorded10,911 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2007
Typical for 2003 Rieju RS2 5011,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 ESG
MakeRieju
ModelRS2 50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2007 10,911 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2007 10,896 miles

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

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Rieju RS2 50?

Based on 892 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
1,060
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Drive chain excessively loose 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
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RK53 ESG is a 2003 Rieju RS2 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Rieju RS2 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 11,650 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 Rieju RS2 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK53 ESG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS2 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Rieju RS2 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK53 ESG registered?

RK53 ESG is a 2003 Rieju RS2 50, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is RK53 ESG safe to buy?

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