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PO12 MXR

2012 Kymco Pulsar LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2023
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,695 mi
Last recorded26,695 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Kymco Pulsar LX 12510,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO12 MXR
MakeKymco
ModelPulsar LX 125
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 26,695 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 26,695 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 19,759 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 16,427 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 16,427 miles

Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2019 14,259 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 14,259 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Gear lever loose

Fail 24 Sep 2019 14,235 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess rear sprocket bearing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 33,985 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 33,985 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 33,283 miles

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

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

gear selector pivot worn

Fail 2 May 2017 33,199 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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

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

gear selector pivot worn

Pass 23 Apr 2016 30,304 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.34mm remaining (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2016 30,304 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.34mm remaining (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 22,365 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 22,118 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Kymco Pulsar LX 125?

Based on 1,533 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
1,638
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
Drive chain excessively loose 34
Drive chain worn to excess 28
Footrest missing 27
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PO12 MXR is a 2012 Kymco Pulsar LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2012 Kymco Pulsar LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 10,464 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 LX 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO12 MXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Pulsar LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Kymco Pulsar LX 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PO12 MXR is a 2012 Kymco Pulsar LX 125, first registered on 1 May 2012.

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