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BU04 FCV

2004 Mbk Nitro (Y050)

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,418 mi
Last recorded8,418 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mbk Nitro (Y050)8,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 FCV
MakeMbk
ModelNitro (Y050)
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 8,418 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 7,968 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

main beam not working

Fail 10 Feb 2016 7,965 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute All (1.5.1c)

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

Handlebars misaligned

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 5,288 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 5,288 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro (Y050)?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
1,699
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
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BU04 FCV is a 2004 Mbk Nitro (Y050) in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Mbk Nitro (Y050) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 8,418 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 (Y050) fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU04 FCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Nitro (Y050) typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Mbk Nitro (Y050) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 FCV registered?

BU04 FCV is a 2004 Mbk Nitro (Y050), first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BU04 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 FCV shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU04 FCV have outstanding finance?

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