Kymco Hipster Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kymco Hipster reliable? We analysed 1,670 real MOT tests across 267 vehicles to find out.
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The Kymco Hipster is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kymco Hipster.
Kymco Hipster Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kymco Hipster. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kymco Hipster MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kymco Hipster to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kymco Hipster Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kymco Hipster fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kymco Hipster Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kymco Hipster owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kymco Hipster MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kymco Hipster year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 88 | 80.7% | 8,600 | 14,899 | 28,488 |
| 2006 | 124 | 79.8% | 7,740 | 15,376 | 23,582 |
| 2005 | 228 | 70.6% | 6,862 | 15,417 | 24,762 |
| 2004 | 369 | 70.2% | 7,936 | 13,687 | 23,666 |
| 2003 | 281 | 70.1% | 7,547 | 12,494 | 19,691 |
| 2002 | 478 | 70.9% | 6,612 | 12,873 | 20,502 |
How Long Does a Kymco Hipster Last?
Based on 267 Kymco Hipster vehicles on UK roads.
Kymco Hipster Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kymco Hipster 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 Hipster
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.7% MOT pass rate from 88 tests
70.1% MOT pass rate from 281 tests
The best year to buy a used Kymco Hipster is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.7% across 88 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kymco Hipster Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymco Hipster THIS CAR | 71.7% | 1,670 | 14,000 mi | 24 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 |
| Peugeot 3008 GT S/s PHEV Auto | 89.3% | 2,231 | 31,920 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kymco Agility (82.0% pass rate) and the Kymco Zing (71.1% pass rate), the Kymco Hipster sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Kymco Hipster has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.7% across 1,670 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Kymco Hipster are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (58 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (56), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (35). 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 Hipster owner drives around 1,247 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 Hipster models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.