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AV02 GBU

2002 Sym Fiddle

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,423 mi
Last recorded15,423 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Sym Fiddle8,151 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 GBU
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 15,423 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2023 14,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 May 2023 14,271 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 13,961 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 13,961 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Aug 2013 13,720 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 12,508 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 9,662 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 9,662 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2009 8,954 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 7,962 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 7,560 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 7,558 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jan 2006 5,133 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 5,133 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Sym Fiddle?

Based on 4,948 MOT tests across 1,058 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,058
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Tyre tread not clearly visible 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
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AV02 GBU is a 2002 Sym Fiddle in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 8,151 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 Fiddle fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV02 GBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Fiddle typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Sym Fiddle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV02 GBU registered?

AV02 GBU is a 2002 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 8 May 2002.

Is AV02 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV02 GBU shows 15 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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