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YV03 LHP

2003 Kymco Hipster

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,980 mi
Last recorded23,980 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Kymco Hipster12,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 LHP
MakeKymco
ModelHipster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 23,980 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 23,980 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake rod insecure rear torque arm fastening split pin missing (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 14,888 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 14,766 miles

Front slight perishing

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

Pass 3 May 2016 14,238 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 12,833 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 12,530 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 11,113 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 9,945 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 7,836 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,762 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 5,699 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 4,700 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 3,833 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Hipster?

Based on 1,670 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,247
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Horn not working 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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YV03 LHP is a 2003 Kymco Hipster in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Kymco Hipster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 12,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kymco Hipster fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YV03 LHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Hipster typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kymco Hipster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YV03 LHP registered?

YV03 LHP is a 2003 Kymco Hipster, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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