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SF53 VWU

2003 Hyosung GV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

3,457 mi
Last recorded3,457 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Hyosung GV12511,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 VWU
MakeHyosung
ModelGV125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 3,457 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2015 3,457 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 2,736 miles

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

number plate light not working

Fail 3 Sep 2014 2,736 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

number plate light not working

Pass 11 May 2013 692 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 392 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 392 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 20,357 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 20,357 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Fail 16 Sep 2009 19,673 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 14,780 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 11,696 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Hyosung GV125?

Based on 3,099 MOT tests across 440 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 149
Drive chain excessively loose 72
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
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SF53 VWU is a 2003 Hyosung GV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Hyosung GV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 11,027 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 Hyosung GV125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 VWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyosung GV125 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Hyosung GV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF53 VWU registered?

SF53 VWU is a 2003 Hyosung GV125, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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