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HF09 ETV

2009 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,280 mi
Last recorded19,280 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Sym Symply 5011,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF09 ETV
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 19,280 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 18,098 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 16,827 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 16,054 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 15,044 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 14,093 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 13,367 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 13,367 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 13,175 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 12,367 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 11,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2015 10,270 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 10,270 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 9,206 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 7,849 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,452 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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HF09 ETV is a 2009 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 11,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF09 ETV, 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 17 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF09 ETV?

You can check the full history of HF09 ETV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HF09 ETV registered?

HF09 ETV is a 2009 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is HF09 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF09 ETV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF09 ETV have outstanding finance?

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