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RY03 GFJ

2003 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,563 mi
Last recorded15,563 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Kymco Zing9,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 GFJ
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 15,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 15,012 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 14,878 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 14,388 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 13,886 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 13,886 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 12,694 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 11,677 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 11,677 miles

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 1,110 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 11,110 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kymco Zing?

Based on 4,206 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
1,029
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 96
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Drive chain excessively loose 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 70
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RY03 GFJ is a 2003 Kymco Zing in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 9,945 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 Zing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY03 GFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Zing typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY03 GFJ registered?

RY03 GFJ is a 2003 Kymco Zing, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is RY03 GFJ safe to buy?

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