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T497 JPX

1999 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,762 mi
Last recorded30,762 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Sym Red Devil14,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT497 JPX
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 30,762 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 30,756 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2012 27,924 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake needs slight adjustment

Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,224 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 24,196 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 21,614 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 21,614 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,466 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 17,361 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 17,361 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2006 15,088 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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T497 JPX is a 1999 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T497 JPX, 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.

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What year was T497 JPX registered?

T497 JPX is a 1999 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 31 July 1999.

Is T497 JPX safe to buy?

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