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FX08 EXH

2008 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,520 mi
Last recorded15,520 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 EXH
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 15,520 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

rear brake lever bent

Fail 6 Sep 2019 15,520 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components airbox secured to rear shock (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

rear brake lever bent

Pass 6 Sep 2018 14,759 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 14,759 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2017 12,470 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 12,460 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 12,459 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 11,260 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2011 7,064 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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FX08 EXH is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX08 EXH, 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 FX08 EXH registered?

FX08 EXH is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is FX08 EXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 EXH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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