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YJ03 HVE

2003 Chunlan Starway

Red Petrol 110cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,258 mi
Last recorded19,258 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Chunlan Starway5,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 HVE
MakeChunlan
ModelStarway
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine110cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 19,258 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 18,012 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 16,435 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 15,737 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 12,147 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 12,147 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 9,561 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 6,540 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 4,540 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 389 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 283 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 279 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 6 May 2010 204 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 HVE is a 2003 Chunlan Starway in Red with a 110cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HVE, 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 HVE registered?

YJ03 HVE is a 2003 Chunlan Starway, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ03 HVE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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