MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,444 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
rear brake lever has long travel but works ok
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
engine overfilled with oil
indicators are delayed when switched on
rear brake hub distorted
rear sprocket loose
rear wheel hub brace mounting worn
sprocket mounting bolt heads damaged
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Upper Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength front brake master cylinder banjo damaged (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS
Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
battery flat
How Reliable is the Kymco Zing?
Based on 4,206 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.
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Y229 ROT is a 2001 Kymco Zing in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
Across all 2001 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 13,329 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 Y229 ROT, 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 25 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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Y229 ROT is a 2001 Kymco Zing, first registered on 5 May 2001.
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