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W421 SKH

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

10,016 mi
Last recorded10,016 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW421 SKH
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 10,016 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body work damaged

Fail 22 Apr 2026 10,015 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body work damaged

Fail 9 Sep 2025 9,999 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Main beam (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Body work damaged

Pass 21 Jun 2024 7,757 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 6,237 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame around engine mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 6,237 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame around engine mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 5,809 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 5,805 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 5,760 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 5,645 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 5,641 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 5,620 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 5,620 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2008 5,545 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 5,545 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 5,480 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 5,472 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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W421 SKH is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W421 SKH, 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 W421 SKH?

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What year was W421 SKH registered?

W421 SKH is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W421 SKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W421 SKH shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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