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MD53 VFY

2003 Taishan Sport

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44 mi
Last recorded44 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Taishan Sport2,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD53 VFY
MakeTaishan
ModelSport
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 44 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 44 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 26 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 17 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 2,666 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 30 miles

How Reliable is the Taishan Sport?

Based on 289 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
237
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim too high 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
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MD53 VFY is a 2003 Taishan Sport in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Taishan Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 2,858 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 Sport fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MD53 VFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Taishan Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Taishan Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MD53 VFY registered?

MD53 VFY is a 2003 Taishan Sport, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is MD53 VFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD53 VFY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MD53 VFY have outstanding finance?

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