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BU08 LXC

2008 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,836 mi
Last recorded23,836 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 LXC
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 23,836 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Sep 2017 23,808 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 22,117 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 19,466 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 14,922 miles

LOWER CORNER OF NUMBER PLATE BROKEN PLATE IS STILL LEGIBLE

Fail 6 Jun 2014 14,922 miles

LOWER CORNER OF NUMBER PLATE BROKEN PLATE IS STILL LEGIBLE

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 May 2013 10,295 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 5,372 miles

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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BU08 LXC is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU08 LXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU08 LXC?

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What year was BU08 LXC registered?

BU08 LXC is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is BU08 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 LXC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU08 LXC have outstanding finance?

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