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NK03 XLG

2003 Mbk Nitro

Blue Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

17,898 mi
Last recorded17,898 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro9,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 XLG
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2015 17,898 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 11,810 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 11,810 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,810 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,810 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 11,810 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 11,050 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 11,045 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2010 7,634 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 7,621 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 2,861 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 2,861 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro?

Based on 4,190 MOT tests across 843 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 373
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 266
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 154
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 134
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NK03 XLG is a 2003 Mbk Nitro in Blue with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 9,778 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 Mbk Nitro fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK03 XLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mbk Nitro typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mbk Nitro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK03 XLG registered?

NK03 XLG is a 2003 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is NK03 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 XLG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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