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AU58 BHW

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,222 mi
Last recorded19,222 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 BHW
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 19,222 miles

front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 4 Nov 2016 17,385 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 16,164 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 14,562 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

n/s front fork seal dust cover deteriorated.

Fail 23 Oct 2014 14,560 miles

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

n/s front fork seal dust cover deteriorated.

Pass 23 Oct 2013 12,392 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 10,252 miles

exhaust corroding

front fork gaiters split

Fail 31 Aug 2012 10,252 miles

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

exhaust corroding

front fork gaiters split

Pass 2 Sep 2011 8,264 miles

front brake slightly tight exhaust system becoming corroded

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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AU58 BHW is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AU58 BHW, 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.

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What year was AU58 BHW registered?

AU58 BHW is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is AU58 BHW safe to buy?

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