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WA08 PHN

2008 Sym XS 125 K

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,889 mi
Last recorded7,889 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Sym XS 125 K11,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 PHN
MakeSym
ModelXS 125 K
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 7,889 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 7,889 miles

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling wheel out of adjustment (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 7,648 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 7,648 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Sym XS 125 K?

Based on 1,978 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Drive chain excessively loose 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 46
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 36
Footrest missing 35
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WA08 PHN is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Sym XS 125 K models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 11,032 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 XS 125 K fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 PHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS 125 K typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Sym XS 125 K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA08 PHN registered?

WA08 PHN is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is WA08 PHN safe to buy?

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