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Y739 UGU

2001 Rieju RS1

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,381 mi
Last recorded17,381 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Rieju RS111,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY739 UGU
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 17,381 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 17,381 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Sep 2010 16,242 miles

Both front and rear tyres under inflated.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Upper Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 16,242 miles

Both front and rear tyres under inflated.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Upper Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 15,232 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front mudgaurd insecure

Fail 12 Sep 2009 15,232 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front mudgaurd insecure

Pass 27 Sep 2008 13,732 miles

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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Y739 UGU is a 2001 Rieju RS1 in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y739 UGU, 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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Y739 UGU is a 2001 Rieju RS1, first registered on 3 July 2001.

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