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OU08 GPV

2008 Kymco Pulsar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,933 mi
Last recorded9,933 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Kymco Pulsar10,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 GPV
MakeKymco
ModelPulsar
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2016 9,933 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated leaking at joint of header pipe and can (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent both fork legs bent (2.3.1)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension rear offside suspension mount fouling exhaust can (2.4.A.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies brake light does not work when rear brake applied (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. both fork legs rusty (2.3.1)

Rear rear light cluster slightly insecure

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

pillion footrests missing

Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,351 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 7,351 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2014 5,587 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Engine only runs at idle

Fail 31 Jul 2013 5,245 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 5,245 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 3,971 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 3,971 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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OU08 GPV is a 2008 Kymco Pulsar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OU08 GPV, 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.

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What year was OU08 GPV registered?

OU08 GPV is a 2008 Kymco Pulsar, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is OU08 GPV safe to buy?

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