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BU53 WYX

2003 Kymco Yup

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,067 mi
Last recorded16,067 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Kymco Yup9,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 WYX
MakeKymco
ModelYup
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 16,067 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 10,406 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2015 10,406 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2014 8,803 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 5,742 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 5,742 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Sep 2010 5,733 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 5,733 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 5,733 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Yup?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
1,305
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp aim too high 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 14
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 12
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 10
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BU53 WYX is a 2003 Kymco Yup in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Kymco Yup models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 9,414 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 Yup fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 WYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Yup typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kymco Yup is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 WYX registered?

BU53 WYX is a 2003 Kymco Yup, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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