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T562 SHU

1999 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,099 mi
Last recorded19,099 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Sym Red Devil14,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT562 SHU
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2010 19,099 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front tyre unevenly worn.

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 26 May 2009 13,411 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,151 miles

Front brake binds when wheeled backwards.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 12,375 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 12,373 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,691 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 10,691 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Sym Red Devil?

Based on 1,485 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
951
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
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T562 SHU is a 1999 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Sym Red Devil models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 14,058 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 Red Devil fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T562 SHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Red Devil typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Sym Red Devil is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T562 SHU registered?

T562 SHU is a 1999 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is T562 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T562 SHU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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