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WX08 CHG

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,933 mi
Last recorded6,933 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 CHG
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 6,933 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 6,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 5,238 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 5,238 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 3,866 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 3,865 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2013 2,600 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 1,418 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,264
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
737
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 58
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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WX08 CHG 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 75%.

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 WX08 CHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX08 CHG registered?

WX08 CHG is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WX08 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 CHG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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