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S85 VYC

1998 Kymco Zing

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

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Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kymco Zing14,186 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS85 VYC
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026
Pass 20 Jan 2024
Fail 26 Oct 2023

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 32,195 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Lower Sidecar structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust silencer has a temporary repair

neutral light not working

Nearside side panel insecure

Offside footrest damaged

front and rear tyre pressures are low

Pass 31 Aug 2016 31,171 miles

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

Offside Front slight smear of oil on fork tube

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

slight pitting on front fork tubes

Fail 28 Jun 2016 31,150 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre side walls perished

Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,814 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 27,137 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 27,132 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 24,741 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 24,741 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 22,987 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 22,987 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 19,260 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 19,260 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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S85 VYC is a 1998 Kymco Zing in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 S85 VYC, 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 S85 VYC registered?

S85 VYC is a 1998 Kymco Zing, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S85 VYC shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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