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DK53 WZY

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,027 mi
Last recorded10,027 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 WZY
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2011 10,027 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2011 10,027 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 4,590 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 4,588 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2009 232 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 12 Sep 2009 232 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 17,715 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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DK53 WZY is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DK53 WZY, 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 DK53 WZY registered?

DK53 WZY is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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