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VX53 KVG

2003 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,261 mi
Last recorded15,261 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Sym DD509,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 KVG
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 15,261 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 15,245 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 May 2015 15,234 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Sep 2013 15,215 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 12,523 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 10,393 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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VX53 KVG is a 2003 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Sym DD50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 9,870 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 VX53 KVG, 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 23 years old, this Sym DD50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 KVG registered?

VX53 KVG is a 2003 Sym DD50, first registered on 5 November 2003.

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