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WL16 BMZ

2016 Keeway Superlight

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,145 mi
Last recorded27,145 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2025
Typical for 2016 Keeway Superlight8,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL16 BMZ
MakeKeeway
ModelSuperlight
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2025 27,145 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 26,941 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside chain adjuster loose insecure

Pass 6 Dec 2023 15,827 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 15,808 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 10,640 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 7,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlight casing damaged

offside steering lock stop damaged

Pass 15 Jan 2020 6,085 miles

Drive chain slightly tight corroded chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2019 6,085 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam cuts engine and no high beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp rear light pulses when indicators switched on (4.2.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak left hand fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

How Reliable is the Keeway Superlight?

Based on 13,442 MOT tests across 3,369 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,289
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 140
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WL16 BMZ is a 2016 Keeway Superlight in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2016 Keeway Superlight models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 8,534 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 Keeway Superlight fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL16 BMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Keeway Superlight typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Keeway Superlight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL16 BMZ registered?

WL16 BMZ is a 2016 Keeway Superlight, first registered on 24 August 2016.

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