CarVerify

Free Car Check

SY09 BWU

2009 Pulse Scout

Red Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,584 mi
Last recorded5,584 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 2009 Pulse Scout4,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Pulse
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY09 BWU
MakePulse
ModelScout
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
View full Pulse Scout reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2013 5,584 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 5,571 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 5,043 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 5,004 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Pulse Scout?

Based on 556 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 35
Headlamp aim too low 21
suspension bush has excessive free play 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
Full Pulse Scout reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SY09 BWU is a 2009 Pulse Scout in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2009 Pulse Scout models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 4,400 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 Pulse Scout fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY09 BWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pulse Scout typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Pulse Scout is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SY09 BWU?

You can check the full history of SY09 BWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SY09 BWU registered?

SY09 BWU is a 2009 Pulse Scout, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is SY09 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY09 BWU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY09 BWU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SY09 BWU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.