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YJ53 FFZ

2003 Mbk Nitro

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mbk Nitro9,778 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 FFZ
MakeMbk
ModelNitro
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

plastics missing

Pass 21 Oct 2011 11,352 miles

ignition switch broken

lower fairings missing

rear tyre low on pressure

Fail 18 Oct 2011 11,335 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

ignition switch broken

lower fairings missing

rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 21 May 2009 10,152 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2008 8,381 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 5,806 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mbk Nitro?

Based on 4,190 MOT tests across 843 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 373
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 266
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 154
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 134
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YJ53 FFZ is a 2003 Mbk Nitro in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mbk Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 9,778 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mbk Nitro fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ53 FFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was YJ53 FFZ registered?

YJ53 FFZ is a 2003 Mbk Nitro, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is YJ53 FFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ53 FFZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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