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V271 EAE

1999 Kymco Cobra Racer

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,910 mi
Last recorded8,910 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer13,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV271 EAE
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2019 8,910 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 8,892 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 8,068 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 7,232 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 3,986 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 13,399 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 31,543 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 26,186 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,993 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 8,852 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 416 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 54,304 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 45,126 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 36,685 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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V271 EAE is a 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 13,501 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V271 EAE, 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 27 years old, this Kymco Cobra Racer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V271 EAE registered?

V271 EAE is a 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V271 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V271 EAE shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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