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Y229 ROT

2001 Kymco Zing

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

43,444 mi
Last recorded43,444 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Kymco Zing13,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY229 ROT
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 43,444 miles

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)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 38,899 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2017 38,899 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 33,267 miles

rear wheel hub brace mounting worn

sprocket mounting bolt heads damaged

Fail 13 Aug 2015 33,246 miles

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)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 26,782 miles

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)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 26,782 miles

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)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 18,335 miles

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)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,945 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 7,676 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 7,658 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,543 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 7,493 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 7,493 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 7,445 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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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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What year was Y229 ROT registered?

Y229 ROT is a 2001 Kymco Zing, first registered on 5 May 2001.

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