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HF54 ETX

2004 Sym DD50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,904 mi
Last recorded21,904 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Sym DD509,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 ETX
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 21,904 miles

front panel poorly attached

rear brake lever damaged but still usable

Fail 11 Feb 2022 21,879 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock mudguard on panel under front (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 16,260 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 15,126 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 14,284 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 14,284 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,324 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres very underinflated rect (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Jul 2017 13,324 miles

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

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low low top up (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres very underinflated rect (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2016 12,517 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2016 12,517 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 11,684 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2015 11,684 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2014 10,041 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2013 8,124 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 8,124 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 7,606 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 6,540 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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HF54 ETX is a 2004 Sym DD50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,413 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 DD50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF54 ETX, 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 22 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF54 ETX?

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What year was HF54 ETX registered?

HF54 ETX is a 2004 Sym DD50, first registered on 11 October 2004.

Is HF54 ETX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF54 ETX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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