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V986 RUD

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,816 mi
Last recorded7,816 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV986 RUD
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2008 7,816 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 7,650 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 7,650 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 7,308 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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V986 RUD is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Sym Red Devil models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 13,988 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 V986 RUD, 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 26 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 V986 RUD?

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What year was V986 RUD registered?

V986 RUD is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V986 RUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V986 RUD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V986 RUD have outstanding finance?

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