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LJ03 XLR

2003 Taishan Commuter

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,501 mi
Last recorded11,501 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2007
Typical for 2003 Taishan Commuter2,082 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 XLR
MakeTaishan
ModelCommuter
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2007 11,501 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 10 Apr 2007 1,495 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2006 998 miles

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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LJ03 XLR is a 2003 Taishan Commuter in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ03 XLR, 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.

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What year was LJ03 XLR registered?

LJ03 XLR is a 2003 Taishan Commuter, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is LJ03 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 XLR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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