Sym Av Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sym Av reliable? We analysed 3,106 real MOT tests across 795 vehicles to find out.
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The Sym Av is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sym Av.
Sym Av Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sym Av. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sym Av MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sym Av to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sym Av Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sym Av models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sym Av Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sym Av owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sym Av MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sym Av year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 124 | 84.7% | 4,556 | 8,348 | 12,876 |
| 2018 | 452 | 86.7% | 4,663 | 8,182 | 12,313 |
| 2017 | 585 | 86.2% | 5,176 | 8,555 | 13,226 |
| 2016 | 643 | 80.1% | 5,256 | 8,487 | 12,982 |
| 2015 | 673 | 79.9% | 5,756 | 9,806 | 14,691 |
| 2014 | 430 | 81.9% | 4,950 | 8,274 | 12,198 |
| 2013 | 100 | 79.0% | 6,269 | 9,679 | 14,232 |
How Long Does a Sym Av Last?
Based on 795 Sym Av vehicles on UK roads.
Sym Av Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sym Av MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Sym Av
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.7% MOT pass rate from 452 tests
79.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
The best year to buy a used Sym Av is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.7% across 452 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sym Av Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sym Av THIS CAR | 82.6% | 3,106 | 8,753 mi | 13 yrs |
| Sym Jet | 78.3% | 29,546 | 12,938 mi | 27 yrs |
| Sym DD50 | 78.4% | 6,368 | 9,469 mi | 24 yrs |
| Sym Jet 50 - Euro X | 77.9% | 5,537 | 12,781 mi | 23 yrs |
| Suzuki TS125 | 76.1% | 2,828 | 16,146 mi | 48 yrs |
Compared to the Sym Jet (78.3% pass rate) and the Sym DD50 (78.4% pass rate), the Sym Av outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sym AvShould you buy a used Sym Av?
The Sym Av has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.6% across 3,106 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Sym Av with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Sym Av owner drives around 1,182 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Sym Av models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.