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VX05 UFG

2005 Tgb R50 X

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

1,457 mi
Last recorded1,457 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Tgb R50 X4,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 UFG
MakeTgb
ModelR50 X
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2025 1,457 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected loose (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil right fork (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2013 1,383 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 9 Sep 2011
Pass 10 Nov 2009 6,863 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 6,863 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Tgb R50 X?

Based on 2,425 MOT tests across 601 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
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VX05 UFG is a 2005 Tgb R50 X 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 Tgb R50 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 4,056 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 Tgb R50 X fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 UFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tgb R50 X typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Tgb R50 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX05 UFG registered?

VX05 UFG is a 2005 Tgb R50 X, first registered on 11 July 2005.

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