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Kymco Super Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kymco Super reliable? We analysed 1,819 real MOT tests across 468 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,819 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
81.9%
Typical Mileage
11,508mi
Annual Mileage
1,513mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Kymco Super is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kymco Super.

Kymco Super Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kymco Super. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kymco Super MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kymco Super to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83.2%
2017
82.3%
2016
85.3%
2015
81.5%
2014
75.5%
2013
77.4%
2012

Kymco Super Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kymco Super models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 13

Kymco Super Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kymco Super owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
470 mi/yr
Typical
1,513 mi/yr
Average
2,297 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,170 mi/yr

Kymco Super MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kymco Super year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 155 83.2% 6,676 11,158 18,169
2016 379 82.3% 6,559 11,429 16,698
2015 380 85.3% 6,208 11,081 16,923
2014 567 81.5% 7,062 11,996 19,190
2013 147 75.5% 6,715 11,910 17,055
2012 62 77.4% 8,584 12,800 27,218

How Long Does a Kymco Super Last?

Based on 468 Kymco Super vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.2 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Kymco Super Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kymco Super MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
11,508 mi
75th Percentile
17,721 mi
95th Percentile
32,761 mi
Max Recorded
101,535 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kymco Super

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2015

85.3% MOT pass rate from 380 tests

Year to avoid
2013

75.5% MOT pass rate from 147 tests

The best year to buy a used Kymco Super is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.3% across 380 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kymco Super Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kymco Super THIS CAR 81.9% 1,819 11,508 mi 14 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
Fiat 500L Trekking Multijet 83.1% 744 65,692 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kymco Agility (82.0% pass rate) and the Kymco Zing (71.1% pass rate), the Kymco Super sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kymco Super?

The Kymco Super has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.9% across 1,819 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 Super 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 Super owner drives around 1,513 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 Super models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.

Kymco Super — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kymco Super reliable?
Based on 1,819 MOT tests, the Kymco Super has a 81.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kymco Super?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kymco Super do per year?
The typical Kymco Super does around 1,513 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kymco Super last?
Most Kymco Super models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 468 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kymco Super?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kymco Super?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kymco Super is 2015 with a 85.3% pass rate across 380 tests.