Sym Voyager Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sym Voyager reliable? We analysed 1,308 real MOT tests across 170 vehicles to find out.
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The Sym Voyager is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sym Voyager.
Sym Voyager Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sym Voyager. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sym Voyager MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sym Voyager to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sym Voyager Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Sym Voyager fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Sym Voyager Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sym Voyager models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sym Voyager Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sym Voyager owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sym Voyager MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sym Voyager year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60 | 83.3% | 7,769 | 13,430 | 21,042 |
| 2009 | 267 | 86.5% | 12,624 | 20,466 | 29,845 |
| 2008 | 394 | 83.8% | 13,960 | 21,851 | 33,886 |
| 2007 | 192 | 82.8% | 13,475 | 20,970 | 32,009 |
| 2006 | 349 | 79.7% | 9,948 | 18,672 | 30,738 |
How Long Does a Sym Voyager Last?
Based on 170 Sym Voyager vehicles on UK roads.
Sym Voyager Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sym Voyager 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 Voyager
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.5% MOT pass rate from 267 tests
79.7% MOT pass rate from 349 tests
The best year to buy a used Sym Voyager is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.5% across 267 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sym Voyager Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sym Voyager THIS CAR | 82.8% | 1,308 | 20,260 mi | 20 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 |
| Seat Leon SE Dynamic Technology TSI | 94.7% | 1,479 | 44,925 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Sym Jet (78.3% pass rate) and the Sym DD50 (78.4% pass rate), the Sym Voyager outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sym VoyagerShould you buy a used Sym Voyager?
The Sym Voyager has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.8% across 1,308 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 Voyager are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (51 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (28), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (23). 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 Voyager 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 Voyager owner drives around 2,006 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 Voyager models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.