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MV02 URH

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,220 mi
Last recorded21,220 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 URH
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2014 21,220 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 21,220 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 19,426 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,426 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 18,129 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 17,281 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 17,281 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 16,350 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2010 16,350 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 13,251 miles

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

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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MV02 URH is a 2002 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MV02 URH, 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 MV02 URH registered?

MV02 URH is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 13 July 2002.

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