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SA02 CKV

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

20,395 mi
Last recorded20,395 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 CKV
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 20,395 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 20,395 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Offside Rear Lower Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 20,365 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

intermittant roughness at frt wheel.no bearing movement

cluth lever securing nut missing

Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,896 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 18,842 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Fork yoke cracked (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 Oct 2007 17,297 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kymco Hipster?

Based on 1,670 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,247
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Horn not working 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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SA02 CKV is a 2002 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2002 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 12,873 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 Hipster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA02 CKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Hipster typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SA02 CKV registered?

SA02 CKV is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 20 August 2002.

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