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VX05 FXY

2005 Sym DD50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,473 mi
Last recorded14,473 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Sym DD5010,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 FXY
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 14,473 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2018 14,473 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 10,675 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 8,612 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 8,608 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 8,249 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 6,936 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 6,899 miles

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)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 4,818 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 3,720 miles

How Reliable is the Sym DD50?

Based on 6,368 MOT tests across 1,074 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,111
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 111
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 107
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 103
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 101
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VX05 FXY is a 2005 Sym DD50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 10,069 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 DD50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 FXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym DD50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 FXY registered?

VX05 FXY is a 2005 Sym DD50, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is VX05 FXY safe to buy?

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