Kymco Miler Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kymco Miler reliable? We analysed 1,787 real MOT tests across 239 vehicles to find out.
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The Kymco Miler is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kymco Miler.
Kymco Miler Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kymco Miler. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kymco Miler MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kymco Miler to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kymco Miler Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kymco Miler fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kymco Miler Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kymco Miler models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kymco Miler Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kymco Miler owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kymco Miler MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kymco Miler year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 95 | 83.2% | 12,600 | 25,807 | 37,046 |
| 2008 | 133 | 82.7% | 10,084 | 17,847 | 24,595 |
| 2007 | 259 | 76.8% | 9,243 | 20,135 | 30,704 |
| 2006 | 239 | 80.8% | 9,016 | 13,783 | 20,483 |
| 2005 | 364 | 80.8% | 10,414 | 16,852 | 30,157 |
| 2004 | 312 | 80.1% | 10,715 | 16,913 | 26,443 |
| 2003 | 297 | 79.1% | 6,151 | 14,886 | 22,413 |
How Long Does a Kymco Miler Last?
Based on 239 Kymco Miler vehicles on UK roads.
Kymco Miler Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kymco Miler 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 Miler
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.2% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
76.8% MOT pass rate from 259 tests
The best year to buy a used Kymco Miler is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.2% across 95 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kymco Miler Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymco Miler THIS CAR | 80.0% | 1,787 | 16,634 mi | 23 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 |
| Ford Ranger Wildtrak Ecoblue 4X4 A | 87.4% | 2,937 | 43,670 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kymco Agility (82.0% pass rate) and the Kymco Zing (71.1% pass rate), the Kymco Miler sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Kymco Miler has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% across 1,787 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 Miler are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (76 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (60), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (29). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kymco Miler with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Kymco Miler owner drives around 1,397 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 Miler models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.