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VX55 DYS

2005 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,726 mi
Last recorded15,726 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Sym DD5010,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 DYS
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 15,726 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 15,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 15,659 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

noise evident behind engine drive cover (possible drivebelt) recommend inspection

Fail 18 Oct 2021 15,659 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

noise evident behind engine drive cover (possible drivebelt) recommend inspection

Pass 16 Oct 2020 15,618 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 15,586 miles

front wheel bearing is deterioted. recommend renewal

Pass 9 Oct 2018 15,533 miles

front wheel bearings are deterioted

Pass 17 Oct 2017 15,386 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 15,269 miles

front wheel bearings are deterioted. recommend renewal

Fail 13 Oct 2016 15,269 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front wheel bearings are deterioted. recommend renewal

Pass 14 Oct 2015 15,111 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 14,958 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 14,698 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 14,191 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 4,088 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 4,054 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 3,607 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 2,436 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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VX55 DYS is a 2005 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 10,069 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 VX55 DYS, 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 21 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX55 DYS registered?

VX55 DYS is a 2005 Sym DD50, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is VX55 DYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX55 DYS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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