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X861 NWU

2000 Sym Fiddle

Brown Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,753 mi
Last recorded4,753 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Sym Fiddle9,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX861 NWU
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2000
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 4,753 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 3,172 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 3,172 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,005 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 11,925 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 10,690 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 10,224 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 10,219 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 8,823 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 6,560 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 6,552 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 4,773 miles

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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X861 NWU is a 2000 Sym Fiddle in Brown with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X861 NWU, 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

How do I check the history of X861 NWU?

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What year was X861 NWU registered?

X861 NWU is a 2000 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X861 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X861 NWU shows 12 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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