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WJ02 LLU

2002 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

1,506 mi
Last recorded1,506 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Kymco Hipster12,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 LLU
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 1,506 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016
Fail 24 Nov 2016

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension wheel spindle fouling exhaust (2.4.A.3a)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded number plate fouling rear wheel (6.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 54,813 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 51,805 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 49,807 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 49,792 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 1 May 2008 49,790 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 43,488 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 43,488 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 39,296 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 39,194 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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WJ02 LLU is a 2002 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2002 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 12,873 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 Hipster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ02 LLU, 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 24 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ02 LLU registered?

WJ02 LLU is a 2002 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 23 March 2002.

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