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WA08 LWV

2008 Rieju RS2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

4,703 mi
Last recorded4,703 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Rieju RS28,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 LWV
MakeRieju
ModelRS2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 4,703 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 4,667 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

fairing loose

headstock some wear and noise

Pass 25 May 2018 240 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 240 miles

Front Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 757 miles

Body work is in a poor condition

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Speedo has been replaced at 11477

Pass 13 May 2016 8,689 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn slightly fouling fairing (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 8,301 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn slightly fouling fairing (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 5,737 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

som e rust pitting present on front fork legs

Fail 16 Jul 2015 5,737 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

som e rust pitting present on front fork legs

Pass 8 Jul 2014 5,647 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2014 5,647 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2013 4,960 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 4,942 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 4,942 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 4,941 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 4,941 miles

How Reliable is the Rieju RS2?

Based on 2,094 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
1,160
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 99
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 89
wheel bearings have excessive free play 69
Drive chain excessively loose 66
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 56
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WA08 LWV is a 2008 Rieju RS2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2008 Rieju RS2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 8,432 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 RS2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 LWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Rieju RS2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA08 LWV registered?

WA08 LWV is a 2008 Rieju RS2, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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