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VX53 VGC

2004 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,609 mi
Last recorded9,609 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Sym DD509,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 VGC
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 9,609 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 9,603 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 May 2015 9,603 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 3,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 3,597 miles

Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 3,590 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 3,345 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 1,917 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 1,595 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 1,304 miles

How Reliable is the Sym DD50?

Based on 6,368 MOT tests across 1,074 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,111
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 111
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 107
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 103
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 101
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VX53 VGC is a 2004 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym DD50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 VGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym DD50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 VGC registered?

VX53 VGC is a 2004 Sym DD50, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is VX53 VGC safe to buy?

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