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V946 ETT

1999 Sym City Hopper

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,717 mi
Last recorded33,717 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Sym City Hopper15,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV946 ETT
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 33,717 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 33,713 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 33,712 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2023 33,712 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 33,360 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 33,000 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 32,738 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 32,029 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 30,987 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 29,672 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,367 miles

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 6 Aug 2015 27,014 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 25,811 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 25,215 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 24,044 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 22,971 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 21,720 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 21,155 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 20,295 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 20,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2006 18,765 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 18,765 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 17,744 miles

How Reliable is the Sym City Hopper?

Based on 5,520 MOT tests across 1,119 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
Tyre tread not clearly visible 118
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 114
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 87
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V946 ETT is a 1999 Sym City Hopper in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1999 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 15,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym City Hopper fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V946 ETT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V946 ETT registered?

V946 ETT is a 1999 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 5 October 1999.

Is V946 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V946 ETT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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