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SF53 HZD

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,467 mi
Last recorded19,467 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 HZD
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 19,467 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 19,225 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 16 May 2011 15,891 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 14,727 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 14,727 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

all lights very dim

Pass 18 May 2009 11,554 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 7,800 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 1,719 miles

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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SF53 HZD is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 12,494 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 SF53 HZD, 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 23 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF53 HZD registered?

SF53 HZD is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is SF53 HZD safe to buy?

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