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RX55 PLJ

2005 Taishan Sport

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,510 mi
Last recorded8,510 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Taishan Sport2,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 PLJ
MakeTaishan
ModelSport
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 8,510 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 8,510 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 4,695 miles

Front mudguard needs repairing

Pass 10 Nov 2009 3,242 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 3,242 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

How Reliable is the Taishan Sport?

Based on 289 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
237
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim too high 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
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RX55 PLJ is a 2005 Taishan Sport in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Taishan Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 2,396 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 Taishan Sport fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX55 PLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Taishan Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Taishan Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX55 PLJ registered?

RX55 PLJ is a 2005 Taishan Sport, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is RX55 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 PLJ 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.

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