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FX53 FMG

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,272 mi
Last recorded45,272 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 FMG
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 45,272 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 38,394 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2015 38,394 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 28,673 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 22,574 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2012 22,574 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2012 22,499 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 16,679 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

battery flat.

Fail 6 Oct 2011 16,679 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

battery flat.

Pass 17 Sep 2010 13,545 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front tyer wall worn

rear number plate worn

Pass 2 Oct 2009 13,432 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear number plate creak

Pass 7 Oct 2008 12,010 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 10,885 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 9,426 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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FX53 FMG is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX53 FMG, 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 FX53 FMG registered?

FX53 FMG is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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