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W297 PTN

2000 Kymco Zing

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,657 mi
Last recorded12,657 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 Kymco Zing12,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW297 PTN
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2014 12,657 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Lower Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Upper Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

mud gard missing front

Pass 15 Apr 2010 2,345 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2010 2,342 miles

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,460 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2009 8,447 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 5,931 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 5,928 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 3,879 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 959 miles

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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W297 PTN is a 2000 Kymco Zing in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 12,608 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 Zing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W297 PTN, 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 26 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W297 PTN registered?

W297 PTN is a 2000 Kymco Zing, first registered on 12 April 2000.

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