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WA08 PHO

2008 Sym XS 125 K

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2,669 mi
Last recorded2,669 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Sym XS 125 K11,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 PHO
MakeSym
ModelXS 125 K
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 2,669 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 2,358 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 2,358 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2018 1,839 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanchions pitted which may lead to oil seal failure (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 1,839 miles

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Swingarm central brace corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanchions pitted which may lead to oil seal failure (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 1,176 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 280 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Stanchions pitted (2.3.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 20,889 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering yokes slightly twisted

Pass 25 Jun 2014 18,945 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,089 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 13,657 miles

Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 10,803 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 10,803 miles

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 PHO is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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

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