CarVerify

Free Car Check

W603 TFJ

2000 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,331 mi
Last recorded27,331 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 Sym City Hopper11,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Sym
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW603 TFJ
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 27,331 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 27,331 miles

Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 26,575 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess engine bush perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 26,557 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front front tyre perished

Nearside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess engine mounting bush perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 26,101 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 25,511 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 22,224 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 18,457 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake fluid on minimum.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 16,001 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 16,001 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,169 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 14,999 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 14,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 13,419 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 13,419 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 12,004 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 10,980 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 9,668 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 8,176 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 6,781 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 6,781 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Sym City Hopper?

Based on 5,520 MOT tests across 1,119 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
Tyre tread not clearly visible 118
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 114
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 87
Full Sym City Hopper reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W603 TFJ is a 2000 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 11,999 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 City Hopper fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W603 TFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym City Hopper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Sym City Hopper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W603 TFJ?

You can check the full history of W603 TFJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W603 TFJ registered?

W603 TFJ is a 2000 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W603 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W603 TFJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W603 TFJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W603 TFJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.