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BX04 AFV

2004 Kymco Cobra Racer

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,115 mi
Last recorded16,115 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Kymco Cobra Racer10,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 AFV
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 16,115 miles

FRONT BRAKE PIVOT TIGHT AND HAS SLIGHTLY STIFF OPERATION

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MAIN FRAME AND STEERING STEM(YOKE) HAS SURFACE CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 16,115 miles

FRONT BRAKE PIVOT TIGHT AND HAS SLIGHTLY STIFF OPERATION

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MAIN FRAME AND STEERING STEM(YOKE) HAS SURFACE CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 14,257 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 14,252 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 12,749 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 12,748 miles

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 9,303 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 9,303 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 8,734 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 7,378 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 4,753 miles

front tyre cracking on siewalls

Pass 14 Aug 2012 2,277 miles

front tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 5 May 2011 847 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 757 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 754 miles

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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BX04 AFV is a 2004 Kymco Cobra Racer in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Kymco Cobra Racer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 10,947 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 BX04 AFV, 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 22 years old, this Kymco Cobra Racer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BX04 AFV is a 2004 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 11 March 2004.

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