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GK02 XWN

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,630 mi
Last recorded6,630 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 XWN
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2012 6,630 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front tyre has deep cracks

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

rear tyre has deep cracks

Fail 23 Nov 2012 6,578 miles

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front tyre has deep cracks

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

rear tyre has deep cracks

Pass 16 Sep 2010 5,710 miles

both tyres detiorated

Fail 9 Sep 2010 5,709 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Both tyres detiorated

Pass 3 Nov 2008 4,901 miles

links in drive chain are slightly tight

Pass 14 Jun 2007 4,616 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 4,616 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Long nail protruding from rear tyre

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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GK02 XWN 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 GK02 XWN, 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 GK02 XWN registered?

GK02 XWN is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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