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BU08 KCG

2008 Kymco Pulsar LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,962 mi
Last recorded16,962 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Kymco Pulsar LX 12513,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 KCG
MakeKymco
ModelPulsar LX 125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 16,962 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2015 16,854 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2014 10,787 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 10,751 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 10,713 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 10,304 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nose fairing insecure

Pass 10 Jun 2011 10,038 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Pulsar LX 125?

Based on 1,533 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
1,638
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
Drive chain excessively loose 34
Drive chain worn to excess 28
Footrest missing 27
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BU08 KCG is a 2008 Kymco Pulsar LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Pulsar LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 13,028 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 Pulsar LX 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 KCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Pulsar LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Pulsar LX 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BU08 KCG is a 2008 Kymco Pulsar LX 125, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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