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YN57 JHK

2008 Kymco Super 8

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,617 mi
Last recorded9,617 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Kymco Super 810,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN57 JHK
MakeKymco
ModelSuper 8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 9,617 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 9,480 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Upper Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Nose fairing (6.1.1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 7,602 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 31 Jul 2014 7,602 miles

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 7,246 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 4,421 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 1,117 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Super 8?

Based on 559 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,999
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
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YN57 JHK is a 2008 Kymco Super 8 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Super 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 10,450 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 Super 8 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN57 JHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Super 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Super 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN57 JHK registered?

YN57 JHK is a 2008 Kymco Super 8, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is YN57 JHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN57 JHK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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