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GX08 JVL

2008 Kymco Super 9

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,179 mi
Last recorded27,179 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Kymco Super 911,151 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 JVL
MakeKymco
ModelSuper 9
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 27,179 miles

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

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 27,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Feb 2015 27,024 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Oct 2014 27,011 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Tyre Cracking

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,872 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 19,495 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 19,148 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 18,132 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 9,245 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 9,245 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kymco Super 9?

Based on 3,895 MOT tests across 768 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
1,324
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
768
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 190
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 115
Tyre tread not clearly visible 92
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 74
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 67
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GX08 JVL is a 2008 Kymco Super 9 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Super 9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 11,151 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 9 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 JVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Super 9 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Super 9 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX08 JVL registered?

GX08 JVL is a 2008 Kymco Super 9, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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