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YX51 MYW

2002 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,926 mi
Last recorded18,926 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Sym City Hopper11,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX51 MYW
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 18,926 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 18,925 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 18,928 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,928 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 18,928 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,928 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 18,928 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 28,928 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 28,928 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 18,928 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 18,928 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 18,928 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 18,928 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 18,928 miles

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 17,565 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 17,565 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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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YX51 MYW is a 2002 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 11,686 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 YX51 MYW, 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 24 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 YX51 MYW registered?

YX51 MYW is a 2002 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 14 February 2002.

Is YX51 MYW safe to buy?

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