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SY08 AXW

2008 Sym Vs 125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,032 mi
Last recorded13,032 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Sym Vs 12513,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 AXW
MakeSym
ModelVs 125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 13,032 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 12,816 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2019 12,797 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Front wheel bearing not tested

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 12,569 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Corrosion on frame and top yoke (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,607 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 10,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 6,570 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Vs 125?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
2,121
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Headlamp aim too low 19
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
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SY08 AXW is a 2008 Sym Vs 125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Sym Vs 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 13,066 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 Vs 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY08 AXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Vs 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Vs 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY08 AXW registered?

SY08 AXW is a 2008 Sym Vs 125, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is SY08 AXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 AXW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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