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S654 AAB

1998 Mbk Rocket

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

2,080 mi
Last recorded2,080 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Mbk Rocket8,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS654 AAB
MakeMbk
ModelRocket
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 2,080 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 2,080 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 2,071 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2014 2,068 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 May 2013 1,271 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 1,265 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 888 miles

Both tyres under-inflated.

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 6 Dec 2008 888 miles

Both tyres under-inflated.

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 867 miles

Front fork stanchions pitted.

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 766 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 766 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2005 459 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2005 459 miles

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

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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S654 AAB is a 1998 Mbk Rocket in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S654 AAB, 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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What year was S654 AAB registered?

S654 AAB is a 1998 Mbk Rocket, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is S654 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S654 AAB shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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