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Y174 DCH

2001 Sym Fiddle

Brown Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,697 mi
Last recorded24,697 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Sym Fiddle10,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY174 DCH
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2001
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 24,697 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 24,697 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 23,457 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 23,359 miles

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,304 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,735 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 18,047 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,000 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 14,399 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 13,006 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 12,078 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 11,318 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,318 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2008 10,286 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 10,286 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 9,460 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,855 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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Y174 DCH is a 2001 Sym Fiddle in Brown with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 10,972 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 Y174 DCH, 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 25 years old, this Sym Fiddle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y174 DCH registered?

Y174 DCH is a 2001 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is Y174 DCH safe to buy?

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