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HX08 SMO

2008 Kymco Pulsar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,790 mi
Last recorded19,790 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Kymco Pulsar10,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 SMO
MakeKymco
ModelPulsar
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 19,790 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 18,531 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 18,177 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

GEAR PEDAL DAMAGED

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 17,957 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 15,950 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 13,025 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 9,532 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 4,677 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 4,677 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Kymco Pulsar?

Based on 3,412 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
1,501
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Drive chain excessively loose 63
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
Drive chain worn to excess 51
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 40
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HX08 SMO is a 2008 Kymco Pulsar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Pulsar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 10,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kymco Pulsar fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 SMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Pulsar typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Pulsar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX08 SMO registered?

HX08 SMO is a 2008 Kymco Pulsar, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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