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R271 FTW

1998 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,033 mi
Last recorded11,033 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kymco Zing14,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 FTW
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 11,033 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 11,041 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust heatshield loose

Fail 6 Jun 2025 11,045 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Exhaust Leak

Pass 11 Nov 2023 13,772 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 17,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 19,337 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 9,217 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 1,310 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 1,310 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2018 1,308 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Zing?

Based on 4,206 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
1,029
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 96
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Drive chain excessively loose 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 70
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R271 FTW is a 1998 Kymco Zing in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 14,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kymco Zing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R271 FTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Zing typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R271 FTW registered?

R271 FTW is a 1998 Kymco Zing, first registered on 5 March 1998.

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