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DX08 TFF

2008 Sym Vs 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,500 mi
Last recorded23,500 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2008 Sym Vs 12513,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 TFF
MakeSym
ModelVs 125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 23,500 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 17,536 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front tyre perished

Fail 30 Jun 2011 17,536 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

dipbeam/main beam switch wired incorrectly

front tyre perished

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
Full Sym Vs 125 reliability report

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DX08 TFF is a 2008 Sym Vs 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TFF, 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.

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What year was DX08 TFF registered?

DX08 TFF is a 2008 Sym Vs 125, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is DX08 TFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 TFF shows 3 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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