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V550 LWU

1999 Kymco Spacer

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,909 mi
Last recorded8,909 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Kymco Spacer12,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV550 LWU
MakeKymco
ModelSpacer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 8,909 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Aug 2017 8,892 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2015 15,876 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2015 15,872 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Kymco Spacer?

Based on 1,539 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
1,388
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 23
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
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V550 LWU is a 1999 Kymco Spacer in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Kymco Spacer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,701 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 Spacer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V550 LWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Spacer typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Kymco Spacer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of V550 LWU?

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What year was V550 LWU registered?

V550 LWU is a 1999 Kymco Spacer, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V550 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V550 LWU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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