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YJ05 VSV

2005 Sym Joyride

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,578 mi
Last recorded47,578 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Sym Joyride16,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 VSV
MakeSym
ModelJoyride
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 47,578 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 47,518 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 44,625 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 41,504 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 37,720 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 318,437 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 27,152 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011
Pass 9 Apr 2010

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

front tyre cracking

Pass 7 Apr 2009
Fail 24 Mar 2009

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2008
Pass 8 Jan 2008

How Reliable is the Sym Joyride?

Based on 3,962 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,672
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 140
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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YJ05 VSV is a 2005 Sym Joyride in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Sym Joyride models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 16,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Joyride fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ05 VSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Joyride typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Sym Joyride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ05 VSV registered?

YJ05 VSV is a 2005 Sym Joyride, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is YJ05 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 VSV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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