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S140 BVT

1998 Kymco Zing

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

20,451 mi
Last recorded20,451 miles
Recorded on6 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Kymco Zing14,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS140 BVT
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 May 2008 20,451 miles

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 6 May 2008 20,451 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 15,285 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 15,285 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fail 1 May 2007 15,282 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 22 Nov 2005 10,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 10,818 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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S140 BVT is a 1998 Kymco Zing in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 S140 BVT, 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 S140 BVT registered?

S140 BVT is a 1998 Kymco Zing, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S140 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S140 BVT shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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