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SF51 DFA

2001 Kymco Zing

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,611 mi
Last recorded15,611 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Kymco Zing13,329 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 DFA
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 15,611 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 14,577 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 13,800 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 22,724 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play both swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Dec 2016 18,351 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 18,093 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left fork leg misting (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion r/hand fork misting (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 18,092 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam no main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake light not working (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake light not working (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left fork leg misting (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion r/hand fork misting (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 18,034 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 18,021 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 17,055 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2008 13,927 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 11,524 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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SF51 DFA is a 2001 Kymco Zing in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 13,329 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SF51 DFA, 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 25 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF51 DFA registered?

SF51 DFA is a 2001 Kymco Zing, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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