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Y945 GFG

2001 Kymco Cobra Racer

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,088 mi
Last recorded22,088 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Kymco Cobra Racer15,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY945 GFG
MakeKymco
ModelCobra Racer
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 22,088 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 20,973 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 20,214 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 19,479 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 18,669 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,624 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 15,981 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 14,220 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 14,220 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,417 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 12,417 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2007 10,767 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 10,767 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,171 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 7,228 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Cobra Racer?

Based on 1,352 MOT tests across 226 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
783
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
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Y945 GFG is a 2001 Kymco Cobra Racer in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Kymco Cobra Racer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 15,105 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 Cobra Racer fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y945 GFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Cobra Racer typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Kymco Cobra Racer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y945 GFG registered?

Y945 GFG is a 2001 Kymco Cobra Racer, first registered on 6 August 2001.

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