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PO12 NJF

2012 Sym XS 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,862 mi
Last recorded2,862 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Sym XS 12510,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO12 NJF
MakeSym
ModelXS 125
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 2,862 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

no tell tales / neutral / high beam / ignition

Fail 12 Oct 2021 2,713 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

chain guard insecure

no tell tales / neutral / high beam / ignition

rear light unit lense cracked

Pass 7 Oct 2020 1,391 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Rear number plate cracked

bodywork held in place with cable zip ties

footrests bent but usable

no tell tales neutral / high beam / ignition

Front fender missing reducing rigidity of front forks

Fail 25 Sep 2020 1,391 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect unacceptable sticker on plate (0.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected outer cable damaged causing inner to snag (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Rear number plate cracked

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy at full lock to right (2.2.2 (f) (i))

bodywork held in place with cable zip ties

footrests bent but usable

no tell tales neutral / high beam / ignition

Pass 2 Oct 2019 14 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 17,809 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion slight misting offside fork seal (2.3.3)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 17,034 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 16,944 miles

clock bulb inop at time of test

Fail 2 Jul 2015 16,944 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

clock bulb inop at time of test

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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PO12 NJF is a 2012 Sym XS 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PO12 NJF, 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 PO12 NJF registered?

PO12 NJF is a 2012 Sym XS 125, first registered on 3 May 2012.

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