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Y253 PCH

2001 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,404 mi
Last recorded19,404 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Sym Red Devil21,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY253 PCH
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 19,404 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 19,118 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 16,614 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 1 Nov 2008 16,600 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 11,438 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Sym Red Devil?

Based on 1,485 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
951
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
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Y253 PCH is a 2001 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Sym Red Devil models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 21,766 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Red Devil fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y253 PCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Red Devil typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Sym Red Devil is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y253 PCH registered?

Y253 PCH is a 2001 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is Y253 PCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y253 PCH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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