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YJ53 LVT

2003 Mbk Skyliner

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,153 mi
Last recorded15,153 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Mbk Skyliner13,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 LVT
MakeMbk
ModelSkyliner
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 15,153 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front and rear (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play borderline (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

corrosion on exhaust pipe and body frame

Pass 6 Oct 2018 12,985 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 12,984 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,380 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 10,921 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2012 10,921 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 8,651 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 8,633 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2010 7,099 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 4,934 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 4,030 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 3,078 miles

How Reliable is the Mbk Skyliner?

Based on 998 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
1,204
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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YJ53 LVT is a 2003 Mbk Skyliner in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Skyliner models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 13,861 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 Mbk Skyliner fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ53 LVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Skyliner typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mbk Skyliner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ53 LVT registered?

YJ53 LVT is a 2003 Mbk Skyliner, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is YJ53 LVT safe to buy?

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