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Y97 HHT

2001 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,006 mi
Last recorded54,006 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Sym City Hopper12,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 HHT
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 54,006 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 53,973 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2016 52,595 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 51,070 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 49,410 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 49,410 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Fail 1 May 2013 47,543 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 47,543 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 43,914 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2011 39,878 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 34,692 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 May 2010 34,692 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 31,384 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2008 28,821 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 28,821 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 24,832 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 20,592 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 20,592 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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Y97 HHT is a 2001 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y97 HHT, 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 Y97 HHT registered?

Y97 HHT is a 2001 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y97 HHT safe to buy?

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