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V89 EPN

1999 Chunlan Starway

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

862 mi
Last recorded862 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1999 Chunlan Starway4,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV89 EPN
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 May 2006 862 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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V89 EPN is a 1999 Chunlan Starway in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V89 EPN, 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 V89 EPN registered?

V89 EPN is a 1999 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V89 EPN safe to buy?

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