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Y738 WNT

2001 Rieju RS1

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 Rieju RS111,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY738 WNT
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2011 2 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Vehicle identification number not permanently displayed (6.3.5a)

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

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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Y738 WNT is a 2001 Rieju RS1 in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 Y738 WNT, 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 Y738 WNT registered?

Y738 WNT is a 2001 Rieju RS1, first registered on 17 August 2001.

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