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AU55 DHE

2005 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,629 mi
Last recorded17,629 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Sym DD5010,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DHE
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 17,629 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

ball end missing rear brake lever

handle bar cowl loose

Fail 8 Nov 2014 17,610 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

ball end missing rear brake lever

handle bar cowl loose

IN MY OPINION THIS SCOOTER IS VERY DANGEROUS TO RIDE

Pass 12 Oct 2013 13,538 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,556 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 12,486 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 9,387 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 7,718 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2009 7,709 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 5,934 miles

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

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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AU55 DHE is a 2005 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 10,069 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 AU55 DHE, 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 21 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 AU55 DHE registered?

AU55 DHE is a 2005 Sym DD50, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is AU55 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 DHE shows 9 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.

Does AU55 DHE have outstanding finance?

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