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OV51 ORT

2001 Rieju RS1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,695 mi
Last recorded19,695 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2005
Typical for 2001 Rieju RS111,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 ORT
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2005 19,695 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 5 Nov 2005 19,675 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Rieju RS1?

Based on 422 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
1,122
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 24
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OV51 ORT is a 2001 Rieju RS1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Rieju RS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.5% with a typical mileage of 11,719 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 Rieju RS1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV51 ORT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rieju RS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV51 ORT registered?

OV51 ORT is a 2001 Rieju RS1, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is OV51 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 ORT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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