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DX08 PPO

2008 Sym Vs 125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,581 mi
Last recorded15,581 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Sym Vs 12513,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 PPO
MakeSym
ModelVs 125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 15,581 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 15,279 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 28,276 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 May 2015 26,390 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 23,232 miles

Main stand spring is loose

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 20,270 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 17,438 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 14,117 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 14,117 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Sym Vs 125?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
2,121
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Headlamp aim too low 19
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
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DX08 PPO is a 2008 Sym Vs 125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Sym Vs 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 13,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Vs 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 PPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Vs 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Vs 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX08 PPO?

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What year was DX08 PPO registered?

DX08 PPO is a 2008 Sym Vs 125, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is DX08 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 PPO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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