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FY52 RCU

2002 Kymco Zx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,975 mi
Last recorded23,975 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2011
Typical for 2002 Kymco Zx11,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 RCU
MakeKymco
ModelZx
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2011 23,975 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Dec 2010 23,975 miles

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 23,975 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 23,975 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,630 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 6,601 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 13,667 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Zx?

Based on 2,730 MOT tests across 498 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
995
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 28
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 26
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FY52 RCU is a 2002 Kymco Zx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Kymco Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 11,116 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 Zx fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY52 RCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Kymco Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY52 RCU registered?

FY52 RCU is a 2002 Kymco Zx, first registered on 2 October 2002.

Is FY52 RCU safe to buy?

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