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MX05 KNW

2005 Kymco Hipster

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,378 mi
Last recorded9,378 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Kymco Hipster15,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 KNW
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 9,378 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 6,725 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 6,431 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Mar 2011 5,704 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

drive chain dry advise oil or similar

Pass 1 Mar 2011 5,704 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

drive chain dry advise oil or similar

Fail 5 Mar 2010 728 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 728 miles

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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MX05 KNW is a 2005 Kymco Hipster in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 15,417 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 MX05 KNW, 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 21 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX05 KNW registered?

MX05 KNW is a 2005 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is MX05 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 KNW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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