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Y246 GNJ

2001 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,297 mi
Last recorded5,297 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Sym City Hopper12,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY246 GNJ
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 5,297 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 4,211 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Airbox mount snapped but secure

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 3,461 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 3,444 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 3,376 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 3,335 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 3,269 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 3,183 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 3,023 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,954 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 2,854 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 2,852 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2007 2,523 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 2,363 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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Y246 GNJ is a 2001 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 12,394 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 Y246 GNJ, 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 25 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 Y246 GNJ registered?

Y246 GNJ is a 2001 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y246 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y246 GNJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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