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EO02 UVM

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,450 mi
Last recorded16,450 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 UVM
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 16,450 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm bush/bearings/pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2024 16,450 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam button sticking (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm bush/bearings/pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 4,638 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 1,654 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 1,535 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 1,529 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 8 May 2014 1,514 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

possible cause battery low voltage

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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EO02 UVM 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 EO02 UVM, 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 EO02 UVM registered?

EO02 UVM is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 18 April 2002.

Is EO02 UVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO02 UVM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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