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W597 XCA

2000 Sym City Hopper

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,827 mi
Last recorded24,827 miles
Recorded on7 May 2009
Typical for 2000 Sym City Hopper11,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 XCA
MakeSym
ModelCity Hopper
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 May 2009 24,827 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 17,779 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,649 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 12,765 miles

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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W597 XCA is a 2000 Sym City Hopper in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W597 XCA, 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 W597 XCA?

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What year was W597 XCA registered?

W597 XCA is a 2000 Sym City Hopper, first registered on 17 May 2000.

Is W597 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W597 XCA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W597 XCA have outstanding finance?

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