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LR02 UUF

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

16,371 mi
Last recorded16,371 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 UUF
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 16,371 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Dec 2016 16,371 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Nov 2015 15,402 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 15,402 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 19 Nov 2014 13,741 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 13,741 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 12,210 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 12,210 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,616 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2009 10,578 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 6,569 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 4,495 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 4,495 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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LR02 UUF is a 2002 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 LR02 UUF, 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 LR02 UUF registered?

LR02 UUF is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 30 August 2002.

Is LR02 UUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 UUF shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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