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WA57 LYS

2008 Generic Trigger

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,251 mi
Last recorded23,251 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA57 LYS
MakeGeneric
ModelTrigger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 23,251 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 16 Nov 2021 23,226 miles

Front Lower Brake component insecure caliper bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

clutch control dragging when vehicle in gear and engine running

Pass 12 Feb 2020 23,213 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 23,000 miles

Advise on rear brake fluid level

Advise on rear brake pedal security poor

Fuel cap damaged,But not leaking at time of test

Pass 9 Jul 2016 21,626 miles

fuel cap damaged, but doesnt appear to leak

Fail 8 Jul 2016 21,616 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking fuel tank insecure (6.1.1c)

fuel cap damaged, but doesnt appear to leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Feb 2013 20,853 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 14,910 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 14,910 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 7,051 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

when steering turned to full lefthand lock the fork tube makes contact with the fuel tank.

Fail 20 Jan 2011 7,051 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

when steering turned to full lefthand lock the fork tube makes contact with the fuel tank.

How Reliable is the Generic Trigger?

Based on 482 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
suspension bush has excessive free play 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Headlamp aim too high 11
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WA57 LYS is a 2008 Generic Trigger in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Generic Trigger fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA57 LYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Generic Trigger typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 18 years old, this Generic Trigger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA57 LYS is a 2008 Generic Trigger, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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