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V483 ERB

1999 Kymco Cobra Racer

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,951 mi
Last recorded8,951 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer13,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV483 ERB
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 8,951 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 8,919 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 8,856 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 8,763 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 8,396 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 8,098 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 7,481 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 7,336 miles

rear tyre ready for replacement

Pass 8 May 2017 7,154 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 7,143 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 6,950 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 6,697 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,229 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,790 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 5,264 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 4,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 3,982 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 3,151 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 2,542 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 2,071 miles

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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V483 ERB is a 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 V483 ERB, 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

How do I check the history of V483 ERB?

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What year was V483 ERB registered?

V483 ERB is a 1999 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V483 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V483 ERB shows 20 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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