Kymco Spacer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kymco Spacer reliable? We analysed 1,539 real MOT tests across 262 vehicles to find out.
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The Kymco Spacer is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kymco Spacer.
Kymco Spacer Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kymco Spacer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kymco Spacer MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kymco Spacer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kymco Spacer Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kymco Spacer fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kymco Spacer Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kymco Spacer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kymco Spacer MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kymco Spacer year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 165 | 80.0% | 9,792 | 17,288 | 25,593 |
| 2002 | 232 | 76.3% | 9,295 | 15,352 | 21,891 |
| 2001 | 261 | 78.5% | 6,919 | 12,068 | 18,589 |
| 2000 | 518 | 77.8% | 8,394 | 14,900 | 23,768 |
| 1999 | 348 | 81.3% | 9,452 | 12,701 | 21,520 |
How Long Does a Kymco Spacer Last?
Based on 262 Kymco Spacer vehicles on UK roads.
Kymco Spacer Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kymco Spacer 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 Spacer
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.3% MOT pass rate from 348 tests
76.3% MOT pass rate from 232 tests
The best year to buy a used Kymco Spacer is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.3% across 348 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kymco Spacer Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymco Spacer THIS CAR | 78.8% | 1,539 | 13,408 mi | 27 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 |
| Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 | 91.9% | 1,050 | 8,806 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Kymco Agility (82.0% pass rate) and the Kymco Zing (71.1% pass rate), the Kymco Spacer sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Kymco Spacer has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.8% across 1,539 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 Spacer are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (43 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (28), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (27). 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 Spacer owner drives around 1,388 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 Spacer models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.