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NK53 EXA

2003 Mbk Nitro

Black Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,958 mi
Last recorded11,958 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro9,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 EXA
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2012 11,958 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

speedo not working

Fail 13 Jan 2012 11,958 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,420 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 10,420 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

light switch insecure

Pass 14 Jul 2009 8,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Jul 2009 8,720 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 1,955 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 840 miles

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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NK53 EXA is a 2003 Mbk Nitro in Black with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NK53 EXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK53 EXA registered?

NK53 EXA is a 2003 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is NK53 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 EXA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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