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X159 JRN

2000 Sym City Hopper

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,819 mi
Last recorded20,819 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Sym City Hopper11,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX159 JRN
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 20,819 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 20,817 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 18,502 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no rear view mirrors

oil filler cap loose

rear brake did not achieve 'lockout'

Pass 11 Aug 2006 5,962 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 4,133 miles

How Reliable is the Sym City Hopper?

Based on 5,520 MOT tests across 1,119 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
Tyre tread not clearly visible 118
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 114
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 87
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X159 JRN is a 2000 Sym City Hopper in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 11,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym City Hopper fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X159 JRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym City Hopper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Sym City Hopper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X159 JRN registered?

X159 JRN is a 2000 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 22 September 2000.

Is X159 JRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X159 JRN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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