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BU02 GKC

2002 Kymco Cobra Racer

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

11,953 mi
Last recorded11,953 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer10,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 GKC
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 11,953 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 11,953 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 10,434 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 9,906 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,455 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 9,455 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 8,062 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 8,062 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 6,888 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 6,191 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 6,191 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Kymco Cobra Racer?

Based on 1,352 MOT tests across 226 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
783
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
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BU02 GKC is a 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 10,540 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kymco Cobra Racer fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 GKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Cobra Racer typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Kymco Cobra Racer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 GKC registered?

BU02 GKC is a 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is BU02 GKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 GKC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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