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WJ17 PFV

2017 Sym Fiddle

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,463 mi
Last recorded18,463 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2017 Sym Fiddle8,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ17 PFV
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 18,463 miles

Rear Brake poor efficiency

Fail 16 Mar 2023 18,463 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake poor efficiency

Fail 15 Mar 2023 18,431 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake poor efficiency

Pass 28 Mar 2022 16,978 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 16,494 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 13,641 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake poor efficiency

Pass 2 Apr 2020

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How Reliable is the Sym Fiddle?

Based on 4,948 MOT tests across 1,058 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,058
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Tyre tread not clearly visible 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
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WJ17 PFV is a 2017 Sym Fiddle in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2017 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 8,256 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 Fiddle fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ17 PFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Fiddle typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 9 years old, this Sym Fiddle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WJ17 PFV?

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What year was WJ17 PFV registered?

WJ17 PFV is a 2017 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 3 April 2017.

Is WJ17 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ17 PFV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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