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WK08 DFD

2008 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,681 mi
Last recorded15,681 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Sym DD509,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 DFD
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 15,681 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted Centre stand (6.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 23 Jan 2016 15,681 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted Centre stand (6.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 13,128 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front brake has slight bind

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 10,902 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 30 May 2013 10,902 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2012 7,530 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 May 2011 5,869 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Sym DD50?

Based on 6,368 MOT tests across 1,074 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,111
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 111
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 107
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 103
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 101
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WK08 DFD is a 2008 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 9,955 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 DD50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK08 DFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym DD50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Sym DD50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK08 DFD registered?

WK08 DFD is a 2008 Sym DD50, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is WK08 DFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 DFD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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