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Y397 MEN

2001 Kymco Spacer

Bronze Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,752 mi
Last recorded20,752 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Kymco Spacer12,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY397 MEN
MakeKymco
ModelSpacer
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 20,752 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 20,752 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 20,751 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 20,750 miles

check front brake fluid reservoir contents.

Pass 24 May 2011 20,218 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 18,656 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 18,656 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 13,963 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 12,166 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 12,166 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 9,225 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 9,225 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kymco Spacer?

Based on 1,539 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
1,388
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 23
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
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Y397 MEN is a 2001 Kymco Spacer in Bronze with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Kymco Spacer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 12,068 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 Spacer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y397 MEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Spacer typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kymco Spacer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y397 MEN registered?

Y397 MEN is a 2001 Kymco Spacer, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y397 MEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y397 MEN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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