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Y224 ARL

2001 Rieju RS1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

19,535 mi
Last recorded19,535 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Rieju RS111,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY224 ARL
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 19,535 miles

Chain guard missing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 19,535 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Chain guard missing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 19,525 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Vehicle identification number not permanently displayed (6.3.5a)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Cables slightly restricting handlebar movement

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 19,507 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 19,507 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Rieju RS1?

Based on 422 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 24
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Y224 ARL is a 2001 Rieju RS1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 2001 Rieju RS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.5% with a typical mileage of 11,719 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 Rieju RS1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y224 ARL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y224 ARL registered?

Y224 ARL is a 2001 Rieju RS1, first registered on 15 June 2001.

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