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SB51 XGR

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

37,689 mi
Last recorded37,689 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB51 XGR
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 37,689 miles

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

frame corroded

travel on foot brake

Fail 1 Jun 2017 37,689 miles

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

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

frame corroded

rear brake reaction bracket split pin missing

travel on foot brake

Pass 19 Aug 2015 27,131 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 27,131 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 17,830 miles

Handle bars slightly bent

Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,750 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 15,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 15,772 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2008 15,662 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 15,021 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Mar 2006 4,999 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

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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SB51 XGR is a 2002 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SB51 XGR, 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 SB51 XGR registered?

SB51 XGR is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 19 February 2002.

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