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BU51 WGF

2001 Sym City Hopper

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,888 mi
Last recorded11,888 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Sym City Hopper12,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 WGF
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2008 11,888 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 11,475 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 10,155 miles

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

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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BU51 WGF is a 2001 Sym City Hopper in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 12,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU51 WGF, 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 25 years old, this Sym City Hopper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 WGF?

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What year was BU51 WGF registered?

BU51 WGF is a 2001 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is BU51 WGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 WGF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU51 WGF have outstanding finance?

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