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BU51 LJK

2001 Kymco Zing

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,467 mi
Last recorded45,467 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Kymco Zing13,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 LJK
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 45,467 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 14 Jan 2017 45,456 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 42,215 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2015 42,199 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 37,995 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

neutral and full beam tell tales not working

Fail 11 Apr 2014 37,994 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

neutral and full beam tell tales not working

Pass 11 Jan 2013 24,774 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 24,678 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 14,532 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 14,043 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 12,350 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 10,519 miles

front tyre low on pressure

Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,889 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 7,031 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 7,031 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Kymco Zing?

Based on 4,206 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
1,029
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 96
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Drive chain excessively loose 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 70
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BU51 LJK is a 2001 Kymco Zing in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 13,329 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 Zing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 LJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Zing typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BU51 LJK is a 2001 Kymco Zing, first registered on 3 September 2001.

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