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FA53 AJV

2003 Taishan Sport

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,117 mi
Last recorded4,117 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Taishan Sport2,858 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 AJV
MakeTaishan
ModelSport
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2013 4,117 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 4,117 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 3,796 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 3,581 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 2,883 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 1,876 miles

How Reliable is the Taishan Sport?

Based on 289 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
237
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim too high 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
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FA53 AJV is a 2003 Taishan Sport in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Taishan Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 2,858 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 Taishan Sport fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA53 AJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FA53 AJV registered?

FA53 AJV is a 2003 Taishan Sport, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FA53 AJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 AJV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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