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YJ03 HRZ

2003 Chunlan Starway

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,927 mi
Last recorded15,927 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Chunlan Starway5,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 HRZ
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 15,927 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2013 15,903 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 14,275 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 14,275 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 12,076 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 12,063 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2010 8,520 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 7,606 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 5,478 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 5,478 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 5,345 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 5,298 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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YJ03 HRZ is a 2003 Chunlan Starway in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YJ03 HRZ, 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 YJ03 HRZ registered?

YJ03 HRZ is a 2003 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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