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R394 AYC

1998 Kymco Zing

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,999 mi
Last recorded12,999 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kymco Zing14,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR394 AYC
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 12,999 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 11,787 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 10,428 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 10,289 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 9,876 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 9,583 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 19,785 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

handle bars slighly bent

Pass 16 Jun 2007 19,611 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 18,319 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 18,311 miles

Offside Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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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R394 AYC is a 1998 Kymco Zing in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R394 AYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R394 AYC registered?

R394 AYC is a 1998 Kymco Zing, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is R394 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R394 AYC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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