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W965 OTS

2000 Sym Red Devil

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,358 mi
Last recorded13,358 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Sym Red Devil13,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW965 OTS
MakeSym
ModelRed Devil
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 13,358 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear no plate security/condition

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

body/fairing condition

centre stand missing/broken off

headlamp condition

Pass 27 Aug 2015 12,662 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 11,458 miles

corrosion on rear spring

exhaust condition

front brake lever condition

nearside mirror damaged

no plate condition

Pass 22 May 2012 10,349 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,756 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

nearside rear indicator lens

Pass 17 Apr 2010 8,598 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp dull

front brake lever damaged

Pass 23 Apr 2009 8,302 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2009 8,302 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2007 8,049 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake bind

Pass 16 Feb 2007 8,049 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front brake bind

Fail 21 Mar 2006 6,966 miles

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

Front brake sticking slightly, advise strip and clean etc.

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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W965 OTS is a 2000 Sym Red Devil in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W965 OTS, 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

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What year was W965 OTS registered?

W965 OTS is a 2000 Sym Red Devil, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is W965 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W965 OTS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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