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WK08 EEP

2008 Sym XS 125 K

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,627 mi
Last recorded17,627 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 Sym XS 125 K11,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 EEP
MakeSym
ModelXS 125 K
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 17,627 miles

chain guard missing

front forks pitted

rear brake lever pivot point worn

Fail 15 Sep 2014 17,627 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

chain guard missing

front forks pitted

rear brake lever pivot point worn

Pass 13 Sep 2013 11,062 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 11,062 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 2,936 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 2,503 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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WK08 EEP is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WK08 EEP, 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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What year was WK08 EEP registered?

WK08 EEP is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is WK08 EEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 EEP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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