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WK59 AYW

2009 Sym XS

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

17,301 mi
Last recorded17,301 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Sym XS7,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK59 AYW
MakeSym
ModelXS
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 17,301 miles

Rear Road spring corroded shock springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 17,301 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded shock springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 17,205 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 16,402 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 16,384 miles

Front tyre slight perishing to sidewalls

Fail 14 Apr 2021 16,384 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front tyre slight perishing to sidewalls

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 11,387 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 9,077 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 8,891 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 5,501 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 4,223 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Oct 2014 4,223 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 3,795 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2013 3,795 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 2,740 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 2,723 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Sym XS?

Based on 1,079 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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WK59 AYW is a 2009 Sym XS in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Sym XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 7,983 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 XS fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK59 AYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym XS typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Sym XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK59 AYW registered?

WK59 AYW is a 2009 Sym XS, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is WK59 AYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK59 AYW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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