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YX58 AAJ

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,389 mi
Last recorded21,389 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX58 AAJ
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 21,389 miles

front and rear tyres perished but no cords showing

rear brake lever broken but servicable

Fail 22 Feb 2022 21,389 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front and rear tyres perished but no cords showing

rear brake lever broken but servicable

Pass 17 Jan 2021 21,389 miles

day time mot no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 22 Jul 2017 21,381 miles

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

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 18,243 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 6,187 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 6,187 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,264
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
737
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 58
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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YX58 AAJ is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 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 Symply 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX58 AAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Symply 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX58 AAJ registered?

YX58 AAJ is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is YX58 AAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX58 AAJ 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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