CarVerify

Free Car Check

S855 BFE

1999 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,722 mi
Last recorded31,722 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1999 Kymco Zing13,298 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kymco
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS855 BFE
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 31,722 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 31,565 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 24,795 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Apr 2007 24,795 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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
Full Kymco Zing reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S855 BFE is a 1999 Kymco Zing in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 13,298 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 S855 BFE, 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 27 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S855 BFE?

You can check the full history of S855 BFE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S855 BFE registered?

S855 BFE is a 1999 Kymco Zing, first registered on 18 February 1999.

Is S855 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S855 BFE shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S855 BFE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S855 BFE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.