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BX08 VRO

2008 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,840 mi
Last recorded17,840 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 VRO
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 17,840 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 16,150 miles

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre pressure was very low and has been re-inflated for test

rear tyre was flat,possibly punctured,but re-inflated for test

Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,535 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2014 15,523 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 14,673 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 14,673 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2012 13,207 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 13,207 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 11,165 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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BX08 VRO is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BX08 VRO, 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

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What year was BX08 VRO registered?

BX08 VRO is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is BX08 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX08 VRO 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.

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