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HX62 GKA

2012 Sym XS 125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,811 mi
Last recorded42,811 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Sym XS 12510,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX62 GKA
MakeSym
ModelXS 125
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 42,811 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 21 Jan 2026 42,810 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel more than one fixing missing near side (left) wheel spacer missing, sprocket carrier fouling swingarm (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Dec 2025 42,793 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front mudgaurd broken but not insecure

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front mirror mount broken

Pass 11 Dec 2024 38,540 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2024 38,525 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Fuel system component leaking Carb float bowl (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Possible oil contamination on front tyre.

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 37,713 miles

front brake reservoir sight glass slightly deteriorated.

Pass 11 Nov 2021 37,692 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front brake reservoir sight glass deteriorated.

Pass 7 Nov 2020 36,798 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front brake reservoir sight glass deteriorated.

Fail 7 Nov 2020 36,798 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front brake reservoir sight glass deteriorated.

Pass 11 Nov 2019 34,091 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 30,114 miles

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))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front brake reservoir sight glass deteriorated.

Pass 11 Nov 2017 25,165 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 18,348 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake reservoir sight glass deteriorated

rear cush drive rubbers worn

Pass 14 Nov 2015 13,929 miles

front brake reservoir sight glass slightly deteriorated.

Fail 13 Nov 2015 13,929 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on side light (1.1.3a)

front brake reservoir sight glass slightly deteriorated.

How Reliable is the Sym XS 125?

Based on 1,744 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,249
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Drive chain excessively loose 40
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
Footrest missing 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
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HX62 GKA is a 2012 Sym XS 125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Sym XS 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 10,013 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 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX62 GKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Sym XS 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX62 GKA registered?

HX62 GKA is a 2012 Sym XS 125, first registered on 19 December 2012.

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