Sym Aw Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sym Aw reliable? We analysed 523 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.
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The Sym Aw is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sym Aw.
Sym Aw Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sym Aw. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sym Aw MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sym Aw to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sym Aw Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sym Aw models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sym Aw Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sym Aw owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sym Aw MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sym Aw year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 214 | 82.7% | 3,165 | 7,010 | 16,217 |
| 2013 | 150 | 82.0% | 3,496 | 6,427 | 12,488 |
How Long Does a Sym Aw Last?
Based on 112 Sym Aw vehicles on UK roads.
Sym Aw Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sym Aw 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 Aw
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.7% MOT pass rate from 214 tests
82.0% MOT pass rate from 150 tests
The best year to buy a used Sym Aw is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.7% across 214 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sym Aw Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sym Aw THIS CAR | 82.4% | 523 | 7,210 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 |
| Peugeot 508 GT S/s PHEV Auto | 86.4% | 846 | 40,312 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Sym Jet (78.3% pass rate) and the Sym DD50 (78.4% pass rate), the Sym Aw outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sym AwShould you buy a used Sym Aw?
The Sym Aw has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.4% across 523 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 tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Sym Aw 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 Aw owner drives around 1,514 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 Aw 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.