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WV02 MVF

2002 Kymco Cobra Racer

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

20 mi
Last recorded20 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer10,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 MVF
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2012 20 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 16,622 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 14 Oct 2010 16,622 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 16,307 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 17 Oct 2009 16,307 miles

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear suspension has a modification which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 12,768 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 12,360 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 12,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Dec 2006 12,630 miles

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)

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

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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WV02 MVF is a 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 10,540 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 Cobra Racer fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV02 MVF, 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 24 years old, this Kymco Cobra Racer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV02 MVF registered?

WV02 MVF is a 2002 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 11 April 2002.

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