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Y836 HWU

2001 Chunlan Starway

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,050 mi
Last recorded3,050 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY836 HWU
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 3,050 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 3,000 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 2,788 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 2,570 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 2,155 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 2,146 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 2,102 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 2,083 miles

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

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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Y836 HWU is a 2001 Chunlan Starway in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y836 HWU, 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 Y836 HWU registered?

Y836 HWU is a 2001 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y836 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y836 HWU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y836 HWU have outstanding finance?

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