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W138 YRH

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

39,966 mi
Last recorded39,966 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW138 YRH
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 May 2015 39,966 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2014 285,963 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 205,519 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 205,517 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 20,551 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 14,220 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 12,081 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2010 12,079 miles

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

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

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2006 9,590 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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W138 YRH is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Sym Red Devil models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 13,988 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 W138 YRH, 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 26 years old, this Sym Red Devil is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W138 YRH registered?

W138 YRH is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W138 YRH safe to buy?

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