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HX08 YKW

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,154 mi
Last recorded25,154 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 YKW
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 25,154 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 22,336 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 21,175 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

air box insecure.

front mudguard broken

Fail 1 Apr 2019 21,175 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

air box insecure.

front mudguard broken

Pass 8 May 2018 18,979 miles

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

air box broken/insecure.

front mudguard broken.

Fail 8 May 2018 18,979 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

air box broken/insecure.

front mudguard broken.

Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,917 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 15,917 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 14,851 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 14,024 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 12,529 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 10,503 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 8,011 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 5,304 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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HX08 YKW is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 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 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 HX08 YKW, 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 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX08 YKW registered?

HX08 YKW is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is HX08 YKW safe to buy?

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