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FJ08 MKG

2008 Sym Mio

Orange Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,786 mi
Last recorded30,786 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Sym Mio6,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 MKG
MakeSym
ModelMio
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 30,786 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 28,449 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,891 miles

front tyre tread getting low.

Fail 15 Apr 2015 25,891 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

battery flat

front tyre tread getting low.

Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,955 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 21,955 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2013 19,008 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 14,759 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 10,606 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 10,606 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Mio?

Based on 2,515 MOT tests across 394 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
727
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Tyre tread not clearly visible 24
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 21
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FJ08 MKG is a 2008 Sym Mio in Orange with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Sym Mio models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 6,501 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 Mio fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 MKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Mio typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Mio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ08 MKG registered?

FJ08 MKG is a 2008 Sym Mio, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is FJ08 MKG safe to buy?

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