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HW06 FDE

2006 Better Bt 125-20

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,194 mi
Last recorded10,194 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2012
Typical for 2006 Better Bt 125-204,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW06 FDE
MakeBetter
ModelBt 125-20
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2012 10,194 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

advise footbrake pedal travel

exhaust system slightly corroded in places

Pass 3 May 2011 9,014 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2011 8,986 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2011 8,953 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 7,594 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2010 7,594 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 6,575 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 6,575 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Better Bt 125-20?

Based on 1,290 MOT tests across 286 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
286
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Footrest missing 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
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HW06 FDE is a 2006 Better Bt 125-20 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2006 Better Bt 125-20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 4,355 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 Better Bt 125-20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW06 FDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Better Bt 125-20 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Better Bt 125-20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW06 FDE registered?

HW06 FDE is a 2006 Better Bt 125-20, first registered on 18 April 2006.

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