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AU54 FUW

2004 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,904 mi
Last recorded15,904 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Sym DD509,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 FUW
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 15,904 miles

Centerstand very rusty

Front brake pads very rusty (advise replace)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear brake performance slightly low (no lock-out on rear brake test)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 158,983 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Centerstand very rusty

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front brake pads very rusty (advise replace)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear brake performance slightly low (no lock-out on rear brake test)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 13,214 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 10,383 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2011 8,563 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 5,709 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 5,709 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 5,591 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 5,591 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 5,168 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 1,995 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Sym DD50?

Based on 6,368 MOT tests across 1,074 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,111
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 111
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 107
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 103
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 101
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AU54 FUW is a 2004 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,413 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 DD50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU54 FUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym DD50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU54 FUW registered?

AU54 FUW is a 2004 Sym DD50, first registered on 25 September 2004.

Is AU54 FUW safe to buy?

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