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S139 BVT

1998 Kymco Cobra Racer

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

20,033 mi
Last recorded20,033 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer14,623 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS139 BVT
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2010 20,033 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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S139 BVT is a 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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

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 S139 BVT, 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.

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What year was S139 BVT registered?

S139 BVT is a 1998 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 9 September 1998.

Is S139 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S139 BVT shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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