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MX53 GMG

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,504 mi
Last recorded21,504 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 GMG
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 21,504 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 21,083 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 21,061 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 20,442 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

horns touching front mudguard when forks fully compressed

speedo insecure

Fail 10 Nov 2011 20,442 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

horns touching front mudguard when forks fully compressed

speedo insecure

Pass 2 Aug 2010 18,302 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 18,302 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 14,765 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 11,636 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 11,636 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 9,057 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 8,134 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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MX53 GMG is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MX53 GMG, 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 MX53 GMG registered?

MX53 GMG is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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