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R705 EKN

1998 Bajaj Chetak

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,136 mi
Last recorded11,136 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Bajaj Chetak3,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 EKN
MakeBajaj
ModelChetak
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 11,136 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 11,136 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2008 11,136 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 11,135 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Bajaj Chetak?

Based on 734 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
wheel bearings are excessively rough 10
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
Direction indicator missing 5
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R705 EKN is a 1998 Bajaj Chetak in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Bajaj Chetak models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 3,795 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 Bajaj Chetak fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R705 EKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bajaj Chetak typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Bajaj Chetak is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R705 EKN registered?

R705 EKN is a 1998 Bajaj Chetak, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R705 EKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 EKN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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