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FJ05 ALO

2005 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,757 mi
Last recorded18,757 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Sym DD5010,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 ALO
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 18,757 miles

Headlamp taped to create flat line image

Fail 28 Sep 2013 18,757 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 14,873 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,230 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,409 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 5,971 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 2,052 miles

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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FJ05 ALO is a 2005 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 10,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FJ05 ALO, 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 21 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 FJ05 ALO?

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What year was FJ05 ALO registered?

FJ05 ALO is a 2005 Sym DD50, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is FJ05 ALO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 ALO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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