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YA65 HBE

2016 Sym Fiddle

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,379 mi
Last recorded20,379 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2016 Sym Fiddle7,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA65 HBE
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 20,379 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 20,379 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 19,519 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 19,519 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 13,834 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 13,819 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 13,819 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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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YA65 HBE is a 2016 Sym Fiddle in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2016 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 7,589 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 YA65 HBE, 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 10 years old, this Sym Fiddle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YA65 HBE registered?

YA65 HBE is a 2016 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 30 January 2016.

Is YA65 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA65 HBE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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