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YJ08 OAC

2008 Kymco Super 8 50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,129 mi
Last recorded6,129 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2008 Kymco Super 8 5011,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 OAC
MakeKymco
ModelSuper 8 50
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 6,129 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2013 6,129 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 4,318 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 1,685 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 1,685 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Kymco Super 8 50?

Based on 1,837 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
1,434
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 19
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YJ08 OAC is a 2008 Kymco Super 8 50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Super 8 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 11,154 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 Super 8 50 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ08 OAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Super 8 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Super 8 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ08 OAC registered?

YJ08 OAC is a 2008 Kymco Super 8 50, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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