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S8 PGP

2005 Jinlun Jl

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,578 mi
Last recorded18,578 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Jinlun Jl7,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 PGP
MakeJinlun
ModelJl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 18,578 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Machine Corrosion

Fail 26 Nov 2024 18,578 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Machine Corrosion

Pass 1 Sep 2023 15,489 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 15,489 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 7,159 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre sidewall cracked and perished

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 7,120 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre sidewall cracked and perished

Offside Throttle switch gear loose and rotating on handlebar

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 87 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 87 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 13 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13 miles

How Reliable is the Jinlun Jl?

Based on 10,396 MOT tests across 2,140 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
1,013
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 262
Drive chain excessively loose 249
Headlamp aim too high 232
suspension bush has excessive free play 216
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S8 PGP is a 2005 Jinlun Jl in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Jinlun Jl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 7,355 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 Jinlun Jl fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S8 PGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jinlun Jl typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Jinlun Jl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S8 PGP registered?

S8 PGP is a 2005 Jinlun Jl, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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