MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,744 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn sound not in accordance with requirements not constant (7.7 (c))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust silencer likely to become detached bolt missing from exhaust bracket (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Fork gators split
Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?
Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WA08 SFO is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 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 Symply 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 SFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Sym Symply 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was WA08 SFO registered?
WA08 SFO is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 18 July 2008.
Is WA08 SFO safe to buy?
The MOT history for WA08 SFO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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