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T513 XJL

1999 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,347 mi
Last recorded32,347 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Sym Red Devil14,058 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT513 XJL
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,347 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 32,345 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2011 27,237 miles

rear frame crossmember corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2011 27,235 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

front brake pads poor

rear frame crossmember corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2008 24,372 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 24,339 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 22,070 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 19,503 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 16,896 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2005 16,896 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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T513 XJL is a 1999 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 T513 XJL, 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 T513 XJL?

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What year was T513 XJL registered?

T513 XJL is a 1999 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is T513 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T513 XJL shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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