Sym Pu Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sym Pu reliable? We analysed 473 real MOT tests across 144 vehicles to find out.
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The Sym Pu is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sym Pu.
Sym Pu Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sym Pu. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sym Pu MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sym Pu to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sym Pu Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sym Pu owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sym Pu MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sym Pu year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 92 | 73.9% | 4,780 | 7,420 | 13,412 |
| 2016 | 205 | 76.1% | 2,366 | 4,962 | 7,847 |
| 2015 | 54 | 70.4% | 3,185 | 6,748 | 10,060 |
| 2014 | 64 | 64.1% | 3,364 | 6,161 | 9,694 |
How Long Does a Sym Pu Last?
Based on 144 Sym Pu vehicles on UK roads.
Sym Pu Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sym Pu 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 Pu
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.1% MOT pass rate from 205 tests
64.1% MOT pass rate from 64 tests
The best year to buy a used Sym Pu is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.1% across 205 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sym Pu Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sym Pu THIS CAR | 72.1% | 473 | 5,899 mi | 12 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 |
| Citroen Relay 35 L2H2 Driver Bhdi S/s | 80.1% | 413 | 42,641 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Sym Jet (78.3% pass rate) and the Sym DD50 (78.4% pass rate), the Sym Pu trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sym PuShould you buy a used Sym Pu?
The Sym Pu has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.1% across 473 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
A typical Sym Pu owner drives around 1,022 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 Pu models stay on UK roads for around 12 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.