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WA08 VBB

2008 Sanben Wy 125 T-23

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,486 mi
Last recorded13,486 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Sanben Wy 125 T-238,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 VBB
MakeSanben
ModelWy 125 T-23
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 13,486 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 13,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 8,699 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 8,677 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2013 8,672 miles

Decelerometer brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.E1b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

petrol cap seal splitting

Pass 1 Jun 2012 5,316 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 4,025 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 4,021 miles

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

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

fork inners are pitted seals are likely to have short service life

How Reliable is the Sanben Wy 125 T-23?

Based on 479 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
1,255
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 22
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 20
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 19
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WA08 VBB is a 2008 Sanben Wy 125 T-23 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Sanben Wy 125 T-23 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 8,773 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 Sanben Wy 125 T-23 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 VBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sanben Wy 125 T-23 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Sanben Wy 125 T-23 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA08 VBB is a 2008 Sanben Wy 125 T-23, first registered on 22 August 2008.

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