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T959 BGB

1999 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

26,804 mi
Last recorded26,804 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 Kymco Zing13,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT959 BGB
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2021 26,804 miles

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

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 May 2016 26,783 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Frame heavily corroded

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 26,575 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Frame heavily rusted

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

Fail 1 Apr 2015 26,568 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Frame heavily rusted

Front mudguard insecure

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 26,134 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Aug 2013 26,053 miles

Nearside Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Apr 2012 20,512 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 20,512 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 17,398 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 17,398 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 15,714 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 12,043 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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T959 BGB is a 1999 Kymco Zing in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 T959 BGB, 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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T959 BGB is a 1999 Kymco Zing, first registered on 14 July 1999.

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