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FX08 OJC

2008 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

18,877 mi
Last recorded18,877 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 OJC
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 18,877 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 18,874 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Nearside front fork stanchion (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Offside front fork stanchion (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 14,428 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 14,428 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 11,470 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 11,459 miles

Central Front Outer Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Outer Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Outer Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Brake lever excessive travel coming back to handle bar (1.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Outer Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2014 11,399 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 10,679 miles

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

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

Nearside mirror damaged

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

Fail 9 Aug 2012 10,679 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Nearside mirror damaged

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,688 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 8,688 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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 OJC is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 OJC, 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.

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What year was FX08 OJC registered?

FX08 OJC is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is FX08 OJC safe to buy?

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