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DG02 HZL

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

28,413 mi
Last recorded28,413 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 HZL
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 28,413 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 22,986 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 22,966 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 8,346 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nail in rear tyre

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

slight bind front brake

Fail 2 Sep 2014 8,346 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nail in rear tyre

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

slight bind front brake

Fail 7 May 2011 7,872 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2011 7,872 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Hipster?

Based on 1,670 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,247
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Horn not working 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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DG02 HZL is a 2002 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 12,873 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 Hipster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG02 HZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was DG02 HZL registered?

DG02 HZL is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 16 March 2002.

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