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W159 VHB

2000 Sym City Hopper

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,204 mi
Last recorded16,204 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Sym City Hopper11,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW159 VHB
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 16,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2014 2,470 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 2,470 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 12,265 miles

no plate cracked

Pass 12 Jul 2012 11,935 miles

no plate cracked

Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,304 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 10,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 9,843 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 8,816 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 5,187 miles

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

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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W159 VHB is a 2000 Sym City Hopper in Red 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 W159 VHB, 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 W159 VHB?

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What year was W159 VHB registered?

W159 VHB is a 2000 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 11 June 2000.

Is W159 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W159 VHB 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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