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BU53 RCF

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,165 mi
Last recorded28,165 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 RCF
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 28,165 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 28,165 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 22,832 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 May 2020 19,429 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 27 May 2020 19,429 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 19,362 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 14,973 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 14,703 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 14,699 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 14,696 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

sentor stand spring loose

Pass 3 Oct 2009 6,833 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 6,730 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2008 6,730 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kymco Hipster?

Based on 1,670 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,247
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Horn not working 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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BU53 RCF is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 12,494 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 Hipster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 RCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Hipster typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU53 RCF registered?

BU53 RCF is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is BU53 RCF safe to buy?

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