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X609 VWU

2001 Chunlan Starway

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,352 mi
Last recorded11,352 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX609 VWU
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2009 11,352 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 11,352 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 11,095 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2006 10,060 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 10,060 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Chunlan Starway?

Based on 334 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 5
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X609 VWU is a 2001 Chunlan Starway in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Chunlan Starway fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X609 VWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chunlan Starway typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Chunlan Starway is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X609 VWU registered?

X609 VWU is a 2001 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X609 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X609 VWU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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