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FJ53 VLW

2003 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,772 mi
Last recorded15,772 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Sym DD509,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 VLW
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,772 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 15,098 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 7,763 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 5,157 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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FJ53 VLW is a 2003 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 9,870 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 FJ53 VLW, 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 23 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ53 VLW registered?

FJ53 VLW is a 2003 Sym DD50, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is FJ53 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ53 VLW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ53 VLW have outstanding finance?

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