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YE52 SZO

2003 Chunlan Starway

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

5,567 mi
Last recorded5,567 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Chunlan Starway5,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE52 SZO
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 5,567 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 5,551 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 5,488 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 5,488 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,719 miles

tick over set to high

Fail 7 Jul 2010 4,719 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 2,557 miles

How Reliable is the Chunlan Starway?

Based on 334 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 5
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YE52 SZO is a 2003 Chunlan Starway in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Chunlan Starway models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 5,322 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 Chunlan Starway fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE52 SZO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chunlan Starway typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Chunlan Starway is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YE52 SZO registered?

YE52 SZO is a 2003 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 24 February 2003.

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