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Y217 DBW

2001 Mbk Booster

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,777 mi
Last recorded12,777 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Mbk Booster7,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY217 DBW
MakeMbk
ModelBooster
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2014 12,777 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 12,777 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 11,075 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 11,071 miles

front fork legs pitted & very poor condition

front tyre tread very low

slight oil weep from r/h fork leg seal

Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,045 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 10,045 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2009 8,699 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 8,447 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2007 7,210 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 6,220 miles

How Reliable is the Mbk Booster?

Based on 1,131 MOT tests across 226 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
553
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 34
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 33
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
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Y217 DBW is a 2001 Mbk Booster in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Mbk Booster models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 7,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mbk Booster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y217 DBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Booster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mbk Booster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y217 DBW registered?

Y217 DBW is a 2001 Mbk Booster, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y217 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y217 DBW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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