CarVerify

Free Car Check

Q97LEL

2008 Taishan Commuter

Silver Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

380 mi
Last recorded380 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
4 checks still locked for this Taishan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ97LEL
MakeTaishan
ModelCommuter
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 380 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 380 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 278 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 42 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 42 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Taishan Commuter?

Based on 445 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 24
Headlamp aim too low 17
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 15
Full Taishan Commuter reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Q97LEL is a 2008 Taishan Commuter in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Taishan Commuter fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q97LEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Taishan Commuter typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Taishan Commuter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Q97LEL?

You can check the full history of Q97LEL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Q97LEL registered?

Q97LEL is a 2008 Taishan Commuter, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is Q97LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q97LEL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Q97LEL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Q97LEL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.