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HY59 FBL

2009 Sym XS 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,115 mi
Last recorded21,115 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 FBL
MakeSym
ModelXS 125
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 21,115 miles

Battery condition poor

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front fender damaged

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 20,811 miles

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

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

front mudguard broken

various signs of impact damage to bike.

Fail 3 Nov 2016 20,811 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded drive chain seized (6.2.1b)

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

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

battery flat

front mudguard broken

number plate slightly loose.

various signs of impact damage to bike.

Fail 12 Apr 2014 15,193 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 15,193 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 11,816 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 9,897 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 9,897 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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HY59 FBL is a 2009 Sym XS 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HY59 FBL, 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 17 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 HY59 FBL registered?

HY59 FBL is a 2009 Sym XS 125, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is HY59 FBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY59 FBL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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