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Y242 GNJ

2001 Sym Fiddle

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,665 mi
Last recorded11,665 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Sym Fiddle10,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 GNJ
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 11,665 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 11,665 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 11,665 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

slight play at front nearside lower shock bush

Fail 28 Feb 2011 11,665 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

slight play at front nearside lower shock bush

Pass 8 Feb 2010 11,665 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front tyre starting to crack slightly

Fail 8 Feb 2010 11,665 miles

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

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front tyre starting to crack slightly

Pass 4 Mar 2009 11,375 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 11,347 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 10,046 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 25 Feb 2008 10,046 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 6,982 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 3,887 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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Y242 GNJ is a 2001 Sym Fiddle in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Y242 GNJ, 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 Y242 GNJ registered?

Y242 GNJ is a 2001 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y242 GNJ safe to buy?

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