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HJ14 EOV

2014 Sym XS

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,435 mi
Last recorded11,435 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2014 Sym XS9,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ14 EOV
MakeSym
ModelXS
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 11,435 miles

Advise corrosion around frame and swingarm.

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Excess wiring at kill switch switchgear.

Play in clutch lever perch.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 11,383 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Adjuster bolt missing. (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch cable stiff

Engine noisy.

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

Front brake master cylinder inspection glass deteriorated, advise attention.

Main centre stand worn/damaged.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Main under side of frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear shock absorbers rusty.

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 8,493 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 7,260 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 7,260 miles

Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 5,642 miles

How Reliable is the Sym XS?

Based on 1,079 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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HJ14 EOV is a 2014 Sym XS in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2014 Sym XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 9,407 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 XS fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ14 EOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 12 years old, this Sym XS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ14 EOV registered?

HJ14 EOV is a 2014 Sym XS, first registered on 14 May 2014.

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