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FJ08 MLN

2008 Jinlun Jl

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

11,889 mi
Last recorded11,889 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Jinlun Jl7,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 MLN
MakeJinlun
ModelJl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 11,889 miles

sidecar tyre slightly perished

Fail 2 Sep 2019 11,889 miles

sidecar tyre slightly perished

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 11,771 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 11,771 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 11,638 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 11,377 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2014 11,366 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,786 miles

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

no passenger provision in side car or pillion f/rests on m/cycle rider only

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 19 Aug 2013 10,728 miles

Front Sidecar front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Centre Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Sidecar rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no passenger provision in side car or pillion f/rests on m/cycle rider only

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2011 9,962 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2011 9,947 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front position lamp does not face the front (1.1.1d)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

gear linkage worn

How Reliable is the Jinlun Jl?

Based on 10,396 MOT tests across 2,140 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
1,013
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 262
Drive chain excessively loose 249
Headlamp aim too high 232
suspension bush has excessive free play 216
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FJ08 MLN is a 2008 Jinlun Jl in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2008 Jinlun Jl models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 7,612 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 Jinlun Jl fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 MLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jinlun Jl typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Jinlun Jl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ08 MLN is a 2008 Jinlun Jl, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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