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VX05 VXU

2005 Kymco Hipster

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,581 mi
Last recorded34,581 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Kymco Hipster15,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 VXU
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 34,581 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

head light poor pattern

Pass 21 Jul 2016 28,765 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

chain rusty

faulk seals slight leak

frame corroded in places

front brake hose ferill corroded

o/s/r indicator lenze cracked

rear foot rests stiff operation

Pass 1 Aug 2015 23,972 miles

frame corroded in perscribed areas

front faulks pitted

o/s heat shield insecure

Pass 31 Jul 2014 20,070 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

very slight bind rear brake

Fail 31 Jul 2014 20,068 miles

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

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

very slight bind rear brake

Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,992 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front faulks pitted

front spokes corroded

o/s/r foot rest siezed

Fail 10 Jul 2013 13,985 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is 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))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

chain links siezed

front faulks pitted

front spokes corroded

o/s mirror insecure

o/s/r foot rest siezed

rear light lenze missing

Pass 29 Jun 2009 9,679 miles

l/h mirror loose

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,917 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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VX05 VXU is a 2005 Kymco Hipster in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 15,417 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 VX05 VXU, 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 21 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX05 VXU registered?

VX05 VXU is a 2005 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 12 August 2005.

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