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WM03 BYF

2003 Motor Hispania MH6U-SM

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

20,042 mi
Last recorded20,042 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Motor Hispania MH6U-SM10,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM03 BYF
MakeMotor Hispania
ModelMH6U-SM
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 20,042 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2014 20,042 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 19,005 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2013 18,966 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,333 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 16,493 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2011 16,493 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 14,012 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 10 May 2010 14,005 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

side stand insecure

Pass 7 May 2009 13,026 miles

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

Chain guard missing

Fail 5 May 2009 13,026 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Chain guard missing

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 9,227 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 9,227 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush 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)

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

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

How Reliable is the Motor Hispania MH6U-SM?

Based on 543 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

63.4%
Pass Rate
952
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 26
Drive chain excessively loose 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
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WM03 BYF is a 2003 Motor Hispania MH6U-SM in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2003 Motor Hispania MH6U-SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 10,400 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 Motor Hispania MH6U-SM fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM03 BYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Motor Hispania MH6U-SM typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Motor Hispania MH6U-SM is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WM03 BYF is a 2003 Motor Hispania MH6U-SM, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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