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SP55 ABZ

2005 Better Bt 125-20

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

3,151 mi
Last recorded3,151 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2008
Typical for 2005 Better Bt 125-204,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 ABZ
MakeBetter
ModelBt 125-20
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2008 3,151 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 3,119 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2008 2,749 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Better Bt 125-20?

Based on 1,290 MOT tests across 286 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
286
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Footrest missing 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
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SP55 ABZ is a 2005 Better Bt 125-20 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2005 Better Bt 125-20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 4,939 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 Better Bt 125-20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP55 ABZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Better Bt 125-20 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Better Bt 125-20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP55 ABZ registered?

SP55 ABZ is a 2005 Better Bt 125-20, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is SP55 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 ABZ shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP55 ABZ have outstanding finance?

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