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V518 KJN

1999 Kymco Zing

Cream Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,783 mi
Last recorded26,783 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1999 Kymco Zing13,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV518 KJN
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 26,783 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 13,697 miles

Nearside Rear swing arm has slight damage on the end.

Pass 16 Aug 2016 13,568 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 13,276 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 13,276 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Sidecar front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 12,675 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 12,183 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 11,406 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 10,586 miles

front tyre perished on side walls

Pass 18 Aug 2010 9,503 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,504 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 5,020 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 4,860 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 4,860 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 4,473 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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V518 KJN is a 1999 Kymco Zing in Cream with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V518 KJN, 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 V518 KJN registered?

V518 KJN is a 1999 Kymco Zing, first registered on 8 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V518 KJN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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