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V144 KVN

1999 Chunlan Starway

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,824 mi
Last recorded16,824 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2009
Typical for 1999 Chunlan Starway4,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV144 KVN
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2009 16,824 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 14,419 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 14,419 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 13,214 miles

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

How Reliable is the Chunlan Starway?

Based on 334 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 5
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V144 KVN is a 1999 Chunlan Starway in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Chunlan Starway models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 4,735 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chunlan Starway fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V144 KVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chunlan Starway typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Chunlan Starway is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V144 KVN registered?

V144 KVN is a 1999 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V144 KVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V144 KVN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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