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SF06 FYE

2006 Kymco Hipster

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,581 mi
Last recorded21,581 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Kymco Hipster15,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 FYE
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 21,581 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front tyre perished/small cracks

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

small cut rear tyre sidewall

Fail 19 Mar 2021 21,565 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front tyre perished/small cracks

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

small cut rear tyre sidewall

Handlebars twisted in top yoke

split pin/locking device missing from rear brake torque arm

Pass 16 May 2019 21,200 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 21,153 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 21,045 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 20,682 miles

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

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

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

front mudguard is loose

Pass 29 Jul 2014 20,384 miles

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

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

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

front mud guard is loose

Pass 29 Jul 2013 19,084 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 17,678 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 14,841 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 8,945 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kymco Hipster?

Based on 1,670 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,247
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Horn not working 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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SF06 FYE is a 2006 Kymco Hipster in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2006 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 15,376 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kymco Hipster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF06 FYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Hipster typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 20 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SF06 FYE is a 2006 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 13 March 2006.

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