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MX08 GBU

2008 Kymco Super 8

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,956 mi
Last recorded2,956 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2008 Kymco Super 810,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 GBU
MakeKymco
ModelSuper 8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2013 2,956 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 2,956 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 4,956 miles

slight play in head bearing

How Reliable is the Kymco Super 8?

Based on 559 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,999
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
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MX08 GBU is a 2008 Kymco Super 8 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Super 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 10,450 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 Super 8 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 GBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Super 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Super 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX08 GBU registered?

MX08 GBU is a 2008 Kymco Super 8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MX08 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX08 GBU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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