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W598 OJC

2000 Kymco Zing

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,734 mi
Last recorded15,734 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 2000 Kymco Zing12,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW598 OJC
MakeKymco
ModelZing
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,734 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 15,687 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Feb 2009 15,522 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

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 2 Aug 2007 13,804 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 13,781 miles

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

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

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 7 Sep 2005 10,683 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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W598 OJC is a 2000 Kymco Zing in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Kymco Zing models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 12,608 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 W598 OJC, 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 26 years old, this Kymco Zing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W598 OJC registered?

W598 OJC is a 2000 Kymco Zing, first registered on 8 August 2000.

Is W598 OJC safe to buy?

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