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AU08 COJ

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,817 mi
Last recorded16,817 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 COJ
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 16,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 16,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 14,095 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 14,095 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 12,868 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 10,655 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 10,586 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 9,695 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 9,569 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 9,569 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 6,550 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 5,788 miles

Main stand weld broken and in need of attention

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 5,176 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 4,534 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 3,513 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,264
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
737
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 58
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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AU08 COJ is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Sym Symply 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 COJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Symply 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 COJ registered?

AU08 COJ is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is AU08 COJ safe to buy?

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