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PL66 YSV

2016 Sym XS

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,935 mi
Last recorded1,935 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Sym XS7,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL66 YSV
MakeSym
ModelXS
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 1,935 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 1,844 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 1,664 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 1,467 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 1,348 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 1,203 miles

How Reliable is the Sym XS?

Based on 1,079 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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PL66 YSV is a 2016 Sym XS in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Sym XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 7,502 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym XS fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL66 YSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 10 years old, this Sym XS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PL66 YSV?

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What year was PL66 YSV registered?

PL66 YSV is a 2016 Sym XS, first registered on 19 December 2016.

Is PL66 YSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL66 YSV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL66 YSV have outstanding finance?

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