Kymco Zing

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 125 cc

T238 MBVMOT history

T238 MBV is a black petrol Kymco Zing first used on 15 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2016 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 33,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2016
Mileage
33,177 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T238 MBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kymco
Model
Zing
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
125 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2016
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T238 MBV was last recorded at 33,177 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 13,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
19,372 miles · 7 Oct 2014
Between the last two tests
13,805 miles
Average per year
1,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 33,177 miles
  • 2014 – 19,372 miles
  • 2013 – 18,264 miles
  • 2012 – 17,522 miles
  • 2010 – 16,064 miles
  • 2008 – 15,650 miles
  • 2007 – 8,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail33,177 miles
  • MajorDrive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))
  • MajorFuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
  • MajorRear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Motorcycle structure slightly damaged rear mudguard / light holder slightly insecure (6.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail33,177 miles4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,177 miles
    Test number
    770661064405
    • MajorDrive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorRear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass31,179 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,179 km
    Test number
    887752121506
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly damaged rear mudguard / light holder slightly insecure (6.1.1a)

  3. Fail31,179 km6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,179 km
    Test number
    988833708211
    • FailureDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute all four (1.5.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureLocking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain split link clip fitted in wrong direction (6.2.1h)
    • FailureLocking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split pin missing from rear brake torque arm (6.2.1h)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly damaged rear mudguard / light holder slightly insecure (6.1.1a)

  4. Pass19,372 miles (+1,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    19,372 miles
    Test number
    328740884288
    • AdvisoryLower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

  5. Pass18,264 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    18,264 miles
    Test number
    695110183244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass17,522 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,522 miles
    Test number
    785002522210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail16,064 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,064 miles
    Test number
    243825140254
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  8. Pass16,064 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,064 miles
    Test number
    501995540228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass15,650 miles (+6,910)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    15,650 miles
    Test number
    164455798454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass8,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    8,740 miles
    Test number
    422064047036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T238 MBV

Does T238 MBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T238 MBV expired on 9 Dec 2016, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T238 MBV?
The MOT on T238 MBV expired on 9 Dec 2016. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T238 MBV done?
T238 MBV was recorded at 33,177 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 1,478 miles a year.
Has T238 MBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T238 MBV has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T238 MBV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T238 MBV find?
T238 MBV failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 4 major defects and 1 minor defect: drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted; fuel cap ineffective; rear footrest missing, and 2 more.

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