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OU12 FME

2012 Pulse Xf

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,234 mi
Last recorded11,234 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Pulse Xf7,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 FME
MakePulse
ModelXf
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 11,234 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 11,234 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 9,173 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 8,944 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower rear shock mount (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 6,831 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

rear suspension has freeplay in bush and rear shock

Fail 15 Feb 2019 6,829 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

rear suspension has freeplay in bush and rear shock

How Reliable is the Pulse Xf?

Based on 3,107 MOT tests across 774 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
1,736
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
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OU12 FME is a 2012 Pulse Xf in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2012 Pulse Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 7,936 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 Pulse Xf fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU12 FME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pulse Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Pulse Xf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU12 FME registered?

OU12 FME is a 2012 Pulse Xf, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is OU12 FME safe to buy?

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