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SN51 LWY

2001 Mbk Thunder

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,968 mi
Last recorded4,968 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Mbk Thunder12,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 LWY
MakeMbk
ModelThunder
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2014 4,968 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

centre stand excessively worn

front mudguard cracked slightly loose

o,s lower fairing side panel slightly loose

riders seat slightly loose but still secure bracket worn

Pass 4 Jul 2013 3,259 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2013 3,259 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2012 2,342 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 2,336 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

front and rear tyre slight perished

Pass 12 May 2011 1,685 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011

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

Pass 13 May 2010 1,663 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 1,663 miles

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

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 May 2009 1,553 miles

How Reliable is the Mbk Thunder?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
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SN51 LWY is a 2001 Mbk Thunder in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Mbk Thunder models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 12,347 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 Thunder fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN51 LWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Thunder typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Mbk Thunder is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN51 LWY?

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What year was SN51 LWY registered?

SN51 LWY is a 2001 Mbk Thunder, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is SN51 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 LWY shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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