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PL05 OJM

2005 Sym DD50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,625 mi
Last recorded18,625 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Sym DD5010,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 OJM
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2016 18,625 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 16,808 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 16,781 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2011 11,730 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 10,458 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 10,458 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 8,675 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2008 8,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

How Reliable is the Sym DD50?

Based on 6,368 MOT tests across 1,074 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,111
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 111
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 107
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 103
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 101
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PL05 OJM is a 2005 Sym DD50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 10,069 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 DD50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL05 OJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym DD50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL05 OJM registered?

PL05 OJM is a 2005 Sym DD50, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is PL05 OJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 OJM 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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