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SJ03 FMX

2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,793 mi
Last recorded21,793 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet15,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 FMX
MakeHyosung
ModelGT 125 Comet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 21,793 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

electrical wiring insecure at steering head

Fail 12 Feb 2024 21,754 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

electrical wiring insecure at steering head

Pass 6 Apr 2018 18,415 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 18,375 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 17,678 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 17,676 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 17,506 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 17,506 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2013 15,679 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 15,670 miles

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

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 15,433 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 15,337 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Hyosung GT 125 Comet?

Based on 2,051 MOT tests across 310 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
2,016
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 62
Drive chain excessively loose 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
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SJ03 FMX is a 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 15,604 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 GT 125 Comet fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ03 FMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyosung GT 125 Comet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Hyosung GT 125 Comet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SJ03 FMX is a 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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