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SF04 VVM

2004 Kymco Hipster

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,663 mi
Last recorded10,663 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Kymco Hipster13,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 VVM
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 10,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

flat battery

Pass 5 Sep 2014 7,470 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 7,470 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 4,881 miles

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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SF04 VVM is a 2004 Kymco Hipster in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 13,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SF04 VVM, 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 22 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF04 VVM registered?

SF04 VVM is a 2004 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 26 May 2004.

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