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HY16 FOU

2016 Sym Fiddle

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,658 mi
Last recorded16,658 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2016 Sym Fiddle7,589 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY16 FOU
MakeSym
ModelFiddle
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 16,658 miles

Front headlamp slightly insecure

Fail 31 Jul 2024 16,658 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 13,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 11,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front tyre worn uneven

Pass 11 Aug 2021 11,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre tread low in places.

Fail 11 Aug 2021 11,312 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre tread low in places.

Pass 26 Mar 2019 7,208 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 7,208 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

How Reliable is the Sym Fiddle?

Based on 4,948 MOT tests across 1,058 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,058
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Tyre tread not clearly visible 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
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HY16 FOU is a 2016 Sym Fiddle in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2016 Sym Fiddle models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 7,589 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 Fiddle fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY16 FOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Fiddle typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 10 years old, this Sym Fiddle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY16 FOU registered?

HY16 FOU is a 2016 Sym Fiddle, first registered on 16 April 2016.

Is HY16 FOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY16 FOU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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