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Y805 UKP

2001 Kymco Zing

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests10 (4 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

46,794 mi
Last recorded46,794 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Kymco Zing13,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY805 UKP
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 46,794 miles

Nearside foot rest rubber missing

Fail 10 Oct 2015 46,777 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded cable not seated correctly near foot brake (3.2.A1h)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside foot rest rubber missing

Fail 6 Mar 2015 46,758 miles

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

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Lower Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Position Lamp Remains On When Headlamp Is Switched Off

Front Tyre Sidewall Slightly Craqcked Due To Age, No Excessive Cracks Or Cord Showing

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

Gear Linkage Worn

Nearside Riders Footpeg Rubber Missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre Sidewall Slightly Cracked Due To Age, No Excessive Cracks Or Cord Showing

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2013 45,155 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2013 45,155 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 43,385 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 43,363 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 29 Sep 2006 39,597 miles

Upper Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Sep 2006 39,597 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 39,530 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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Y805 UKP is a 2001 Kymco Zing in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y805 UKP, 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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Y805 UKP is a 2001 Kymco Zing, first registered on 7 June 2001.

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