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W247 PHY

2000 Sym Fiddle

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,861 mi
Last recorded18,861 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 2000 Sym Fiddle9,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW247 PHY
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2011 18,861 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 18,861 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 16,980 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 13,305 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 12,881 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 11,601 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 11,601 miles

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

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2005 9,778 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Fiddle?

Based on 4,948 MOT tests across 1,058 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,058
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Tyre tread not clearly visible 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
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W247 PHY is a 2000 Sym Fiddle in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 9,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Fiddle fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W247 PHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Fiddle typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Sym Fiddle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W247 PHY registered?

W247 PHY is a 2000 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W247 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W247 PHY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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