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YX58 EWE

2008 Sym XS 125 K

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,215 mi
Last recorded22,215 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Sym XS 125 K11,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX58 EWE
MakeSym
ModelXS 125 K
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2024 22,215 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 22,215 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 22,168 miles

Front mudguard fixings

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

motorcycle in all round poor condition

Fail 15 Jun 2023 22,168 miles

Front mudguard fixings

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

motorcycle in all round poor condition

Fail 27 Sep 2014 20,051 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 20,051 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 20,044 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Aug 2013 16,506 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,506 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,624 miles

How Reliable is the Sym XS 125 K?

Based on 1,978 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Drive chain excessively loose 55
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 46
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 36
Footrest missing 35
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YX58 EWE is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Sym XS 125 K models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 11,032 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 XS 125 K fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX58 EWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS 125 K typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Sym XS 125 K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX58 EWE registered?

YX58 EWE is a 2008 Sym XS 125 K, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is YX58 EWE safe to buy?

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