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R399 WRV

1998 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,279 mi
Last recorded28,279 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Kymco Zing14,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR399 WRV
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 28,279 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 28,272 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 May 2014 25,368 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 25,182 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front mudgard bolt missing

Pass 22 May 2013 18,578 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 18,574 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,778 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 15,777 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 13,153 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 12,424 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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R399 WRV 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 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R399 WRV, 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 R399 WRV registered?

R399 WRV is a 1998 Kymco Zing, first registered on 13 February 1998.

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