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X878 FCR

2000 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

13,751 mi
Last recorded13,751 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Sym City Hopper11,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX878 FCR
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 13,751 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is aged and showing signs of cracking. (4.1.3(i))

Presented with low tyre pressures, corrected for brake test.

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 12,402 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 12,356 miles

front o/s side light bulb not working.

Pass 11 Sep 2014 12,100 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 11,494 miles

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

front brake binding slightly.

rear tyre tread worn un-even.

Pass 13 Sep 2012 10,780 miles

front brake binding slightly.

Fail 13 Sep 2012 10,780 miles

front brake binding slightly.

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,023 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,292 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 8,536 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 7,556 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 7,556 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 6,994 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 6,994 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 5,917 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 5,033 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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X878 FCR is a 2000 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X878 FCR, 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.

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What year was X878 FCR registered?

X878 FCR is a 2000 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 26 September 2000.

Is X878 FCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X878 FCR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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