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SJ08 GBF

2008 Tgb R50 X

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28 mi
Last recorded28 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Tgb R50 X5,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 GBF
MakeTgb
ModelR50 X
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 28 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 28 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 28 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 28 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 28 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 28 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking fuel leak from carburettor. (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 9 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 9 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 4,443 miles

How Reliable is the Tgb R50 X?

Based on 2,425 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
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SJ08 GBF is a 2008 Tgb R50 X in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2008 Tgb R50 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 5,002 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 Tgb R50 X fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ08 GBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb R50 X typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Tgb R50 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SJ08 GBF registered?

SJ08 GBF is a 2008 Tgb R50 X, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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