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X397 WJR

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

20,152 mi
Last recorded20,152 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX397 WJR
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 20,152 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 18,998 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 18,998 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 17,740 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 17,740 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2015 14,032 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 8,615 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 8,560 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 8,560 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Mar 2008 8,556 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 8,556 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Red Devil?

Based on 1,485 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
951
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
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X397 WJR is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2000 Sym Red Devil models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 13,988 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 Red Devil fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X397 WJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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How do I check the history of X397 WJR?

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What year was X397 WJR registered?

X397 WJR is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X397 WJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X397 WJR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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