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FN53 HCG

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

33,796 mi
Last recorded33,796 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 HCG
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 33,796 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Handlebars bent

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 33,791 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Handlebars bent

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 27,517 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 4 Jul 2016 27,517 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 27 Jun 2016 27,318 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 6 Jun 2016 27,166 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2015 20,358 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handle bars bent

Fail 5 Jun 2015 20,358 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handle bars bent

Pass 1 Mar 2014 17,068 miles

Handle bars slightly bent.Nut missing on right hand silencer.

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Feb 2014 17,068 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Handle bars slightly bent.Nut missing on right hand silencer.

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2012 7,658 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 7,658 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 7,131 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Dec 2009 5,284 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 4,135 miles

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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FN53 HCG is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 FN53 HCG, 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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FN53 HCG is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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