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V331 DCC

1999 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

51,581 mi
Last recorded51,581 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 Kymco Zing13,298 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV331 DCC
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2010 51,581 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 45,599 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 45,599 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 39,468 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 33,495 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2007 33,476 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 33,449 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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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V331 DCC is a 1999 Kymco Zing in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 V331 DCC, 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 V331 DCC registered?

V331 DCC is a 1999 Kymco Zing, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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