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S316 SUY

1998 Rieju RS1

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,841 mi
Last recorded28,841 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS316 SUY
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 28,841 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 27,603 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 27,426 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 24,835 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Oct 2008 24,814 miles

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

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)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,357 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 22,357 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Fail 24 Aug 2007 22,338 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Rieju RS1?

Based on 422 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 24
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S316 SUY is a 1998 Rieju RS1 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Rieju RS1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S316 SUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S316 SUY registered?

S316 SUY is a 1998 Rieju RS1, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S316 SUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S316 SUY shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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