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OY53 TNX

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,857 mi
Last recorded20,857 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 TNX
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 20,857 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 20,857 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

slight distortion on rear brakes

Pass 6 Apr 2011 16,854 miles

Front brake binding slightly (not excessive)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

gear box sprocket guard is missing but does not affect rotation.

Fail 5 Apr 2011 16,854 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front brake binding slightly (not excessive)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

gear box sprocket guard is missing but does not affect rotation.

Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,184 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 9,184 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 5,946 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 5,946 miles

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS

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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OY53 TNX 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 OY53 TNX, 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 OY53 TNX registered?

OY53 TNX is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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