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VX09 TXB

2009 Pulse Scout

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,524 mi
Last recorded3,524 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2009 Pulse Scout4,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 TXB
MakePulse
ModelScout
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 3,524 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 3,491 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering Mudguard (2.1.2e)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking (6.2.1f)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front offside engine mount deteriorated

Fail 19 Feb 2018 3,050 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Front pad fitment incorrect (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 2,901 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 2,551 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 2,551 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 2,464 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 2,259 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 2,086 miles

Rear tyre wearing low in centre.

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
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VX09 TXB is a 2009 Pulse Scout in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX09 TXB, 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.

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What year was VX09 TXB registered?

VX09 TXB is a 2009 Pulse Scout, first registered on 18 August 2009.

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