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GMP 864

2001 Rudge Ulster

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,237 mi
Last recorded80,237 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMP 864
MakeRudge
ModelUlster
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2009 80,237 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Mar 2007 80,212 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 80,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Feb 2006 80,207 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Front Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

How Reliable is the Rudge Ulster?

Based on 389 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

96.4%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
89
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 2
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
Brake performance not tested 1
Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength 1
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1
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GMP 864 is a 2001 Rudge Ulster in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Rudge Ulster fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMP 864, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rudge Ulster typically stays on UK roads for around 89 years. At 25 years old, this Rudge Ulster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GMP 864 registered?

GMP 864 is a 2001 Rudge Ulster, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is GMP 864 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMP 864 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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