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W266 SBR

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

25,891 mi
Last recorded25,891 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW266 SBR
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 25,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 24,925 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 24,925 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 22,953 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 19,362 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 13 Feb 2010 16,389 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 16,389 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 15,867 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 15,867 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2007 15,025 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 15,025 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 14,675 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 14,675 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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W266 SBR is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 W266 SBR, 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 W266 SBR registered?

W266 SBR is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 19 June 2000.

Is W266 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W266 SBR shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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