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GK52 SFY

2002 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,392 mi
Last recorded14,392 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Sym City Hopper11,686 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 SFY
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2013 14,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Sep 2012 13,639 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 11,084 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 10,393 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 9,617 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 9,613 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2008 8,654 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 7,628 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 6,347 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 4,127 miles

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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GK52 SFY is a 2002 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 11,686 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 GK52 SFY, 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 24 years old, this Sym City Hopper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK52 SFY registered?

GK52 SFY is a 2002 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is GK52 SFY safe to buy?

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