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YJ55 RFL

2005 Starway CL50 Qt

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,386 mi
Last recorded1,386 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 RFL
MakeStarway
ModelCL50 Qt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2020 1,386 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect seized & inoperative (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 1,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 1,367 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 1,367 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 1,287 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Nov 2016 1,207 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 1,207 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 1,056 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 1,056 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 836 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 467 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 467 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 277 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 277 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 5,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 5,748 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 5,305 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 4,667 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Oct 2009 4,667 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,533 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 17 Oct 2008 3,533 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Starway CL50 Qt?

Based on 287 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 13
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp aim too high 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
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YJ55 RFL is a 2005 Starway CL50 Qt in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Starway CL50 Qt fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ55 RFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Starway CL50 Qt typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Starway CL50 Qt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ55 RFL registered?

YJ55 RFL is a 2005 Starway CL50 Qt, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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