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YX53 ELJ

2003 Mbk Nitro

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,360 mi
Last recorded14,360 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro9,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 ELJ
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2009 14,360 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2009 14,331 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 12,234 miles

Mirrors missing.

Fail 23 Oct 2008 12,234 miles

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

Mirrors missing.

Pass 19 Sep 2007 9,976 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 9,974 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 7,740 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 7,740 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro?

Based on 4,190 MOT tests across 843 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 373
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 266
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 154
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 134
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YX53 ELJ is a 2003 Mbk Nitro in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 9,778 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 Nitro fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX53 ELJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Nitro typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mbk Nitro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX53 ELJ registered?

YX53 ELJ is a 2003 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is YX53 ELJ safe to buy?

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