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FX08 EJA

2008 Sym Mio

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,852 mi
Last recorded19,852 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Sym Mio6,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 EJA
MakeSym
ModelMio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 19,852 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 19,312 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 19,312 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 17,073 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 17,073 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 12,152 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 11,928 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2012 4,346 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 4,346 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 3,746 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Mio?

Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 394 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
727
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Tyre tread not clearly visible 24
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 21
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FX08 EJA is a 2008 Sym Mio in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Sym Mio models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 6,501 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 Mio fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX08 EJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Mio typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Mio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX08 EJA registered?

FX08 EJA is a 2008 Sym Mio, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is FX08 EJA safe to buy?

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