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WJ52 UOE

2002 Sym Joyride

Silver Petrol 179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,923 mi
Last recorded17,923 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Sym Joyride14,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 UOE
MakeSym
ModelJoyride
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine179cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 17,923 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 16,752 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 16,666 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 15,316 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 14,081 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 14,021 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 13,971 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 13,865 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 13,829 miles

Oil leak Bottom of engine wet ()

Pass 7 Mar 2017 13,718 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 13,677 miles

Oil leak - underside of engine wet with oil

Pass 25 Mar 2015 13,633 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 13,356 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 13,305 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 13,153 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2011 12,376 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2010 11,563 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 10,640 miles

Engine oil leak

Fork gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 9,195 miles

Unable to fully test front forks due to rubber gaiters.

Fail 27 Mar 2008 9,180 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Unable to fully test front forks due to rubber gaiters.

Pass 6 Mar 2007 7,529 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 6,036 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Joyride?

Based on 3,962 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,672
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 140
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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WJ52 UOE is a 2002 Sym Joyride in Silver with a 179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Sym Joyride models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 14,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Joyride fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ52 UOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Joyride typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Sym Joyride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ52 UOE registered?

WJ52 UOE is a 2002 Sym Joyride, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is WJ52 UOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 UOE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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