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V417 FRE

1999 Rieju RS1

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Rieju RS19,012 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV417 FRE
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2011

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2009
Fail 29 Aug 2009

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 25,936 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 25,936 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Rieju RS1?

Based on 422 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 24
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V417 FRE is a 1999 Rieju RS1 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1999 Rieju RS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.3% with a typical mileage of 9,012 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 Rieju RS1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V417 FRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V417 FRE registered?

V417 FRE is a 1999 Rieju RS1, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V417 FRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V417 FRE shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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