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R215 FWV

1998 Kymco Cobra Racer

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

13,311 mi
Last recorded13,311 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer14,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 FWV
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 13,311 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 13,142 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 12,988 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 12,988 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2022 12,918 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 12,741 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 12,605 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 12,605 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 12,458 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 12,390 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 12,377 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 12,115 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 11,751 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 22 Sep 2015 11,480 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 19 Sep 2014 11,126 miles

rear shocks are slightly stiff

Pass 21 Sep 2013 10,887 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 887 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 10,458 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 9,879 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 9,323 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 8,689 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 8,035 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 7,615 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 7,615 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 7,059 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 6,449 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Cobra Racer?

Based on 1,352 MOT tests across 226 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
783
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
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R215 FWV is a 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 14,623 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kymco Cobra Racer fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R215 FWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Cobra Racer typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kymco Cobra Racer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R215 FWV registered?

R215 FWV is a 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R215 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R215 FWV shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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