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HX08 SSK

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,323 mi
Last recorded10,323 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 SSK
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 10,323 miles

exhaust deteriorated

lower exhaust mount bolt missing

Fail 6 Oct 2018 10,174 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust deteriorated

lower exhaust mount bolt missing

Pass 17 Nov 2017 5,010 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 3,271 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 3,271 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 1,058 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 951 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,264
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
737
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 58
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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HX08 SSK is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 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 Symply 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 SSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Symply 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX08 SSK?

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What year was HX08 SSK registered?

HX08 SSK is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is HX08 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 SSK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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