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WA53 OCB

2003 Sym DD50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,827 mi
Last recorded16,827 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Sym DD509,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 OCB
MakeSym
ModelDD50
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 16,827 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 16,386 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 15,617 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 15,065 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 14,326 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 13,580 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 13,077 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 12,445 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 12,445 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 11,736 miles

rear number plate slightly diterated

Pass 7 Mar 2011 10,749 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 10,008 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 10,008 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 9,756 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 9,756 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 8,369 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 6,916 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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WA53 OCB is a 2003 Sym DD50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WA53 OCB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA53 OCB registered?

WA53 OCB is a 2003 Sym DD50, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is WA53 OCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 OCB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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