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AY53 EGV

2003 Taishan Commuter

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,797 mi
Last recorded2,797 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Taishan Commuter2,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 EGV
MakeTaishan
ModelCommuter
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 2,797 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 Jun 2016 2,797 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 2,797 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 2,797 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Rear Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 2,108 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 2,084 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 2,064 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 1,948 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 1,823 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 1,408 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 924 miles

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

How Reliable is the Taishan Commuter?

Based on 445 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 24
Headlamp aim too low 17
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 15
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AY53 EGV is a 2003 Taishan Commuter in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Taishan Commuter models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 2,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Taishan Commuter fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 EGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was AY53 EGV registered?

AY53 EGV is a 2003 Taishan Commuter, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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