Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S reliable? We analysed 790 real MOT tests across 153 vehicles to find out.
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The Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and wheel bearings are excessively rough. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 250 | 78.8% | 6,663 | 11,016 | 19,529 |
| 2012 | 289 | 81.7% | 5,702 | 9,617 | 15,302 |
| 2011 | 245 | 83.7% | 6,622 | 11,064 | 16,405 |
How Long Does a Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Last?
Based on 153 Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S vehicles on UK roads.
Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S 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 AW12W Fiddle II 125 S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.7% MOT pass rate from 245 tests
78.8% MOT pass rate from 250 tests
The best year to buy a used Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.7% across 245 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S THIS CAR | 81.4% | 790 | 10,571 mi | 15 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 |
| Ford Focus LX Td Di | 67.6% | 259 | 150,892 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Sym Jet (78.3% pass rate) and the Sym DD50 (78.4% pass rate), the Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.4% across 790 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Sym AW12W Fiddle II 125 S are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (14 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (13), and wheel bearings are excessively rough (9). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 AW12W Fiddle II 125 S 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 AW12W Fiddle II 125 S owner drives around 1,189 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 AW12W Fiddle II 125 S models stay on UK roads for around 15 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.