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HX08 SSV

2008 Sym Vs 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,696 mi
Last recorded10,696 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Sym Vs 12513,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 SSV
MakeSym
ModelVs 125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 10,696 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 10,696 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2014 84,444 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 84,444 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 5,845 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 5 Jan 2013 5,845 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2012 1,785 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Vs 125?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
2,121
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Headlamp aim too low 19
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
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HX08 SSV is a 2008 Sym Vs 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Sym Vs 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 13,066 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 Vs 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 SSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Vs 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Vs 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX08 SSV registered?

HX08 SSV is a 2008 Sym Vs 125, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is HX08 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 SSV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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