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S338 XDA

1998 Kymco Zing

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,527 mi
Last recorded17,527 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Kymco Zing14,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS338 XDA
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2017 17,527 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Fail 25 Feb 2014 9,545 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

front (tube fitted) tyre has cracks in sidewall.

Pass 25 Feb 2014 9,545 miles

front (tube fitted) tyre has cracks in sidewall.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 9,337 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 9,332 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

front forks slow returning

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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S338 XDA is a 1998 Kymco Zing in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 S338 XDA, 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 S338 XDA registered?

S338 XDA is a 1998 Kymco Zing, first registered on 25 November 1998.

Is S338 XDA safe to buy?

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