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BU53 ULH

2004 Sym DD50

Grey Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,221 mi
Last recorded13,221 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2009
Typical for 2004 Sym DD509,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ULH
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2009 13,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 Mar 2009 13,215 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Oil leak

rear brake lever has no reserve travel

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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BU53 ULH is a 2004 Sym DD50 in Grey with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BU53 ULH, 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

How do I check the history of BU53 ULH?

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What year was BU53 ULH registered?

BU53 ULH is a 2004 Sym DD50, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is BU53 ULH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 ULH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 ULH have outstanding finance?

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