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WX16 YFO

2016 Sym XS

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,221 mi
Last recorded7,221 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 Sym XS7,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX16 YFO
MakeSym
ModelXS
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 7,221 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 7,212 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 7,044 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 6,794 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 5,786 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 4,383 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 3,467 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 2,697 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 2,697 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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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WX16 YFO is a 2016 Sym XS in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Sym XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 7,502 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX16 YFO, 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 10 years old, this Sym XS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WX16 YFO?

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What year was WX16 YFO registered?

WX16 YFO is a 2016 Sym XS, first registered on 19 April 2016.

Is WX16 YFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX16 YFO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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