Kymco Cobra Cross Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kymco Cobra Cross reliable? We analysed 974 real MOT tests across 187 vehicles to find out.
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The Kymco Cobra Cross is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and tyre tread not clearly visible. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kymco Cobra Cross.
Kymco Cobra Cross Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kymco Cobra Cross. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kymco Cobra Cross MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kymco Cobra Cross to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kymco Cobra Cross Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kymco Cobra Cross fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kymco Cobra Cross Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kymco Cobra Cross owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kymco Cobra Cross MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kymco Cobra Cross year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 68 | 77.9% | 11,311 | 18,167 | 27,856 |
| 2002 | 189 | 75.7% | 9,457 | 13,885 | 18,902 |
| 2001 | 226 | 82.3% | 7,990 | 14,420 | 22,300 |
| 2000 | 263 | 72.6% | 9,698 | 16,217 | 22,095 |
| 1999 | 137 | 77.4% | 10,132 | 15,605 | 23,012 |
| 1998 | 64 | 71.9% | 9,934 | 15,051 | 22,788 |
How Long Does a Kymco Cobra Cross Last?
Based on 187 Kymco Cobra Cross vehicles on UK roads.
Kymco Cobra Cross Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kymco Cobra Cross MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kymco Cobra Cross
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.3% MOT pass rate from 226 tests
71.9% MOT pass rate from 64 tests
The best year to buy a used Kymco Cobra Cross is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.3% across 226 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kymco Cobra Cross Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymco Cobra Cross THIS CAR | 76.8% | 974 | 15,163 mi | 28 yrs |
| Kymco Agility | 82% | 22,853 | 11,906 mi | 21 yrs |
| Kymco Zing | 71.1% | 4,206 | 12,325 mi | 28 yrs |
| Kymco Super 9 | 73.6% | 3,895 | 11,929 mi | 26 yrs |
| Vauxhall Movano L2H2 F3500 Cdti S/s | 81.2% | 616 | 37,058 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kymco Agility (82.0% pass rate) and the Kymco Zing (71.1% pass rate), the Kymco Cobra Cross sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Kymco Cobra Cross has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.8% across 974 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kymco Cobra Cross are exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (24 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (24), and tyre tread not clearly visible (24). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kymco Cobra Cross owner drives around 1,345 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kymco Cobra Cross models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.