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BX61 JWM

2012 Sym XS 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2012 Sym XS 12510,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 JWM
MakeSym
ModelXS 125
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 21 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

indicators flash slightly fast

Fail 30 Mar 2021 21 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

indicators flash slightly fast

Pass 24 Mar 2020 13,047 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 13,047 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2019 13,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 12,941 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2018 12,941 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 11,615 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 11,615 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 6,928 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 6,928 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Sym XS 125?

Based on 1,744 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,249
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Drive chain excessively loose 40
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
Footrest missing 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
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BX61 JWM is a 2012 Sym XS 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 2012 Sym XS 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 10,013 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX61 JWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Sym XS 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX61 JWM registered?

BX61 JWM is a 2012 Sym XS 125, first registered on 14 February 2012.

Is BX61 JWM safe to buy?

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