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FJ08 FMG

2008 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,165 mi
Last recorded18,165 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FMG
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 18,165 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 18,115 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear mudguard slightly insecure

Fail 14 Oct 2013 17,717 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

both centre & side stand faulty,wont come down.

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 13 Oct 2012 9,803 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 9,173 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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FJ08 FMG is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FJ08 FMG, 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 FJ08 FMG registered?

FJ08 FMG is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FJ08 FMG safe to buy?

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