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WA08 KNG

2008 Sachs SX1

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

6,524 mi
Last recorded6,524 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Sachs SX19,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 KNG
MakeSachs
ModelSX1
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 6,524 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 4,651 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 4,458 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 4,458 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 4,173 miles

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

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

both fork extensions heavily pitted

front bodywork damaged

front brake disc corroded

mirrors missing

oil light on

rear tyre low on pressure

Fail 14 Mar 2018 4,173 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Lower Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

both fork extensions heavily pitted

front bodywork damaged

front brake disc corroded

mirrors missing

oil light on

rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 5 Nov 2015 15,683 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 15,683 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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

Fail 27 Oct 2015 15,673 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2015 15,650 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 13,001 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

small amount of play in rear wheel

Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,665 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Jul 2012 11,651 miles

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,852 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 9,832 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Sachs SX1?

Based on 706 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
930
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
Horn not working 22
Riders seat insecure 20
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WA08 KNG is a 2008 Sachs SX1 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2008 Sachs SX1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 9,430 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 Sachs SX1 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 KNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sachs SX1 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sachs SX1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA08 KNG is a 2008 Sachs SX1, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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