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MW03 EJC

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,533 mi
Last recorded6,533 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 EJC
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 6,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 6,330 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2016 6,330 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 3,350 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 3,349 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,446 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 2,431 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2006 2,400 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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MW03 EJC is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MW03 EJC, 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 MW03 EJC registered?

MW03 EJC is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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