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HX14 GUG

2014 Sym XS

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,018 mi
Last recorded30,018 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2014 Sym XS9,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX14 GUG
MakeSym
ModelXS
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 30,018 miles

throttle control modified to nearside

Fail 12 Feb 2020 30,018 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

front tyre perished and split, unevenly worn

rear brake noisey

rear tyre perished, unevenly worn

throttle control modified to nearside

Pass 6 Mar 2019 24,730 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 24,730 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 18,722 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 10,231 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear cushion drive has excessive play

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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HX14 GUG 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 HX14 GUG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX14 GUG registered?

HX14 GUG is a 2014 Sym XS, first registered on 22 March 2014.

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