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S639 VGV

1999 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,651 mi
Last recorded17,651 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Sym Red Devil14,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS639 VGV
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 17,651 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 17,618 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 17,107 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 16,488 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 15,922 miles

front brake starting to bind

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 15,026 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 13,923 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 12,087 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 12,087 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 11,591 miles

front brake starting to bind

Pass 12 Jan 2009 10,509 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 10,509 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 10,097 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 10,023 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Red Devil?

Based on 1,485 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
951
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
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S639 VGV is a 1999 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Sym Red Devil models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 14,058 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Red Devil fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S639 VGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Red Devil typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Sym Red Devil is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S639 VGV?

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What year was S639 VGV registered?

S639 VGV is a 1999 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S639 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S639 VGV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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