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PF08 TNK

2008 Sym XS 125 K

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

10,638 mi
Last recorded10,638 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Sym XS 125 K11,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 TNK
MakeSym
ModelXS 125 K
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 10,638 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 10,599 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 10,203 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 10,185 miles

Front Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2020 9,097 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 9,097 miles

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 9,095 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Main swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock Fouling cables (2.1.4 (a))

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

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 3,062 miles

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

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 3,062 miles

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

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 41,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Aug 2017 41,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 12,073 miles

Rear brake rod nut loose

Pass 13 Nov 2014 8,997 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 8,684 miles

Both tyres very low pressure,blown up on site

Drive chain very rusty and dry,needs adjustment

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 8,684 miles

Both tyres very low pressure,blown up on site

Drive chain very rusty and dry,needs adjustment

How Reliable is the Sym XS 125 K?

Based on 1,978 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Drive chain excessively loose 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 46
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 36
Footrest missing 35
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PF08 TNK is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2008 Sym XS 125 K models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 11,032 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 K fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PF08 TNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS 125 K typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Sym XS 125 K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PF08 TNK registered?

PF08 TNK is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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