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X574 XFX

2000 Sym Fiddle

Maroon Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

25,389 mi
Last recorded25,389 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Sym Fiddle9,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX574 XFX
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 25,389 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 25,083 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 25,083 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2009 23,799 miles

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 23,630 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front suspension has slight distortion (2.3.8)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 May 2008 17,307 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2008 17,307 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2007 15,497 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 15,492 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Sym Fiddle?

Based on 4,948 MOT tests across 1,058 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,058
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Tyre tread not clearly visible 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
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X574 XFX is a 2000 Sym Fiddle in Maroon with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 9,972 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 Fiddle fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X574 XFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X574 XFX registered?

X574 XFX is a 2000 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 6 October 2000.

Is X574 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X574 XFX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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