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V293 LFJ

2000 Sym City Hopper

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,649 mi
Last recorded35,649 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Sym City Hopper11,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV293 LFJ
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 35,649 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 33,007 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 30,393 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 27,642 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2010 25,499 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 25,462 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 25,462 miles

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 24 May 2008 25,260 miles

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

rear brake nearing end of adjustment

Pass 14 Dec 2006 23,229 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 21,084 miles

How Reliable is the Sym City Hopper?

Based on 5,520 MOT tests across 1,119 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
Tyre tread not clearly visible 118
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 114
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 87
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V293 LFJ is a 2000 Sym City Hopper in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Sym City Hopper models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 11,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym City Hopper fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V293 LFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym City Hopper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Sym City Hopper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V293 LFJ?

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What year was V293 LFJ registered?

V293 LFJ is a 2000 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V293 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V293 LFJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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