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V298 EEF

1999 Sym Red Devil

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,337 mi
Last recorded13,337 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2009
Typical for 1999 Sym Red Devil14,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV298 EEF
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2009 13,337 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 13,337 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 13,136 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 13,136 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 11,724 miles

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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V298 EEF is a 1999 Sym Red Devil in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V298 EEF, 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

How do I check the history of V298 EEF?

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What year was V298 EEF registered?

V298 EEF is a 1999 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 3 November 1999.

Is V298 EEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V298 EEF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V298 EEF have outstanding finance?

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