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FX53 TTU

2003 Taishan Commuter

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,045 mi
Last recorded6,045 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2008
Typical for 2003 Taishan Commuter2,082 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 TTU
MakeTaishan
ModelCommuter
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2008 6,045 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 6,037 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 4,060 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 3,995 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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FX53 TTU is a 2003 Taishan Commuter in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX53 TTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX53 TTU?

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What year was FX53 TTU registered?

FX53 TTU is a 2003 Taishan Commuter, first registered on 25 December 2003.

Is FX53 TTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 TTU shows 4 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 FX53 TTU have outstanding finance?

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