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PN08 HGF

2008 Sym Joyride

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,249 mi
Last recorded12,249 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Sym Joyride16,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 HGF
MakeSym
ModelJoyride
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 12,249 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Throttle is slow to return

Fail 21 May 2025 12,249 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Throttle is slow to return

Pass 5 Apr 2024 12,249 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 12,093 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 11,829 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 11,401 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 11,117 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 11,117 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 10,637 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 10,129 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 9,785 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 9,157 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

bike fully enclosed with fairings

Pass 8 Apr 2015 8,733 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2014 8,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Apr 2014 7,982 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 7,429 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 7,429 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,920 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 6,917 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 6,326 miles

front tyre cracking

How Reliable is the Sym Joyride?

Based on 3,962 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,672
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 140
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
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PN08 HGF is a 2008 Sym Joyride in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Sym Joyride models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 16,922 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 Joyride fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 HGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Joyride typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Joyride is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN08 HGF registered?

PN08 HGF is a 2008 Sym Joyride, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is PN08 HGF safe to buy?

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