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Y784 GDM

2001 Sym Fiddle

Maroon Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,441 mi
Last recorded15,441 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Sym Fiddle10,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY784 GDM
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2013 15,441 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 15,441 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 14,873 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2012 14,873 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 12,109 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 12,109 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,972 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 7,157 miles

Centre stand spring weak.

Pass 30 Nov 2007 5,624 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 3,360 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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Y784 GDM is a 2001 Sym Fiddle in Maroon with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y784 GDM, 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 Y784 GDM registered?

Y784 GDM is a 2001 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y784 GDM safe to buy?

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