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T235 RBV

1999 Kymco Zing

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

58,888 mi
Last recorded58,888 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Kymco Zing13,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT235 RBV
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,888 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Chain has tight spots (6.2.1e)

Front tyre perishing

Fuel cap seal split

Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 17 Mar 2016 5,888 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high No beam patern (1.6)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Chain has tight spots (6.2.1e)

Front tyre perishing

Fuel cap seal split

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Oct 2014 4,503 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2014 4,503 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 25,153 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 25,152 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 17,933 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2010 17,933 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 17,416 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 17,416 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 1,622 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 1,622 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 13,304 miles

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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T235 RBV is a 1999 Kymco Zing in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 T235 RBV, 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.

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What year was T235 RBV registered?

T235 RBV is a 1999 Kymco Zing, first registered on 1 April 1999.

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