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GM03 EKW

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,539 mi
Last recorded18,539 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 EKW
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2015 18,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 17,311 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 15,670 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 14,136 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,384 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 9,620 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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GM03 EKW is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 12,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GM03 EKW, 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 23 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GM03 EKW registered?

GM03 EKW is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 21 August 2003.

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The MOT history for GM03 EKW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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