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W803 SMW

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,217 mi
Last recorded22,217 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW803 SMW
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 22,217 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 22,186 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2015 22,101 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 14,149 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 13,915 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 102,163 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 10,173 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 9,911 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 8,911 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 7,656 miles

One of the two rear light bulbs not working..!

Pass 20 Jan 2006 6,673 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 6,658 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

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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W803 SMW is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W803 SMW, 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.

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What year was W803 SMW registered?

W803 SMW is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 3 August 2000.

Is W803 SMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W803 SMW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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