Sym Az Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sym Az reliable? We analysed 2,211 real MOT tests across 485 vehicles to find out.
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The Sym Az is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sym Az.
Sym Az Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sym Az. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sym Az MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sym Az to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sym Az Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sym Az models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sym Az Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sym Az owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sym Az MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sym Az year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 56 | 91.1% | 6,474 | 13,928 | 22,428 |
| 2016 | 556 | 78.4% | 8,468 | 14,442 | 20,968 |
| 2015 | 416 | 78.4% | 8,083 | 14,165 | 20,484 |
| 2014 | 933 | 80.9% | 8,612 | 15,455 | 23,686 |
| 2013 | 213 | 82.2% | 7,690 | 14,321 | 23,157 |
How Long Does a Sym Az Last?
Based on 485 Sym Az vehicles on UK roads.
Sym Az Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sym Az 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 Az
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.1% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
78.4% MOT pass rate from 416 tests
The best year to buy a used Sym Az is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 56 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sym Az Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sym Az THIS CAR | 80.1% | 2,211 | 14,527 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 |
| Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line ED Premium E A | 90.1% | 1,527 | 38,420 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Sym Jet (78.3% pass rate) and the Sym DD50 (78.4% pass rate), the Sym Az outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sym AzShould you buy a used Sym Az?
The Sym Az has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.1% across 2,211 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 Az 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 Az owner drives around 1,823 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 Az 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.