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AU08 DTY

2008 Sym XS 125 K

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,434 mi
Last recorded12,434 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Sym XS 125 K11,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 DTY
MakeSym
ModelXS 125 K
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 12,434 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 12,434 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 12,434 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 10,016 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front brake caliper suspect bent

Pass 2 Jul 2013 10,016 miles

front brake caliper suspect bent

Pass 22 Apr 2011 4,202 miles

How Reliable is the Sym XS 125 K?

Based on 1,978 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Drive chain excessively loose 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 46
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 36
Footrest missing 35
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AU08 DTY is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Sym XS 125 K models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 11,032 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 XS 125 K fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 DTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS 125 K typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Sym XS 125 K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU08 DTY registered?

AU08 DTY is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is AU08 DTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 DTY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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