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V661 TWL

1999 Rieju RS1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

20,841 mi
Last recorded20,841 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2009
Typical for 1999 Rieju RS19,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV661 TWL
MakeRieju
ModelRS1
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2009 20,841 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 18,350 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 18,350 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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V661 TWL is a 1999 Rieju RS1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1999 Rieju RS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.3% with a typical mileage of 9,012 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 V661 TWL, 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 27 years old, this Rieju RS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V661 TWL registered?

V661 TWL is a 1999 Rieju RS1, first registered on 9 November 1999.

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