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HJ52 OAO

2002 Sym Joyride

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,062 mi
Last recorded3,062 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Sym Joyride14,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 OAO
MakeSym
ModelJoyride
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015 3,062 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 3,062 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 302 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 302 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 266 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012
Fail 13 Aug 2012

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 24,119 miles

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

Front fork gaitors split.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 24,119 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front fork gaitors are split.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2006 22,476 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 22,476 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 16,876 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Joyride?

Based on 3,962 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,672
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 140
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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HJ52 OAO is a 2002 Sym Joyride in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Sym Joyride models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 14,875 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 Joyride fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ52 OAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Joyride typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Sym Joyride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ52 OAO registered?

HJ52 OAO is a 2002 Sym Joyride, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is HJ52 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 OAO shows 12 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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