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W159 SBC

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,896 mi
Last recorded13,896 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW159 SBC
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 13,896 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 10,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 7,803 miles

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

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

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,300 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 7,166 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 7,055 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2007 7,055 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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W159 SBC is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W159 SBC, 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

How do I check the history of W159 SBC?

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What year was W159 SBC registered?

W159 SBC is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 25 March 2000.

Is W159 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W159 SBC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W159 SBC have outstanding finance?

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