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NK08 KFO

2008 Jinlun Jl

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,402 mi
Last recorded3,402 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jinlun Jl7,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 KFO
MakeJinlun
ModelJl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 3,402 miles

Front Shrouds fitted on front shock absorbers not allowing full inspection to take place

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 3,397 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tyre fitted incorrect direction (5.2.3 (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Does not illuminate by use of rear brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shrouds fitted on front shock absorbers not allowing full inspection to take place

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Indicator lense loose but not likely to become detached

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 11,432 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 8,779 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 8,699 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 8,564 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre contaminated by oil leak

oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2019 13,506 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 13,496 miles

Headlamp aim too high headlight fitted upside down (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released foot brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 13,486 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort both (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,570 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Jinlun Jl?

Based on 10,396 MOT tests across 2,140 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
1,013
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 262
Drive chain excessively loose 249
Headlamp aim too high 232
suspension bush has excessive free play 216
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NK08 KFO is a 2008 Jinlun Jl in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Jinlun Jl models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 7,612 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 Jinlun Jl fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK08 KFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jinlun Jl typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Jinlun Jl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NK08 KFO is a 2008 Jinlun Jl, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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