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2016 Sym Fw MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Fw models manufactured in 2016, based on 39 real MOT test results.

94.9%
Pass Rate
5.1%
Fail Rate
39
Total Tests
5,107
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2016 Sym Fw MOT Analysis

The 2016 Sym Fw has an MOT pass rate of 94.9% based on 39 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 5,107 miles on the odometer. With a 5.1% failure rate, the 2016 Fw is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2016 Sym Fw is Motorcycle structure and attachments, responsible for 2.6% of failures. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Motorcycle tyres is the second most common issue at 2.6%. Motorcycle brakes follows at 2.6%.

⚠ Based on limited data (39 tests)

Top failures specific to 2016 models only. The overall Fw page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle structure and attachments 2.6%
Motorcycle tyres 2.6%
Motorcycle brakes 2.6%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Structure And Attachments2.6%1
2Motorcycle Tyres2.6%1
3Motorcycle Brakes2.6%1
4Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors2.6%1
5Motorcycle Steering2.6%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 5,107 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle structure and attachments5.02% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres5.02% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes5.02% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors5.02% per 10K miMotorcycle steering5.02% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle structure and attachments5.022.6%1
Motorcycle tyres5.022.6%1
Motorcycle brakes5.022.6%1
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors5.022.6%1
Motorcycle steering5.022.6%1

Mileage Statistics

5,107
Mean
5,201
Median
2,047
25th Percentile
7,134
75th Percentile
9.99% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2016 Sym Fw has an MOT pass rate of 94.9% based on 39 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 5,107 miles on the odometer. With a 5.1% failure rate, the 2016 Fw is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2016 Sym Fw, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle structure and attachments: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 5,107 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 2.6% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2016 Sym Fw models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle tyres — 2.6% of failures

Motorcycle tyres issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2016 Sym Fw models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.

Motorcycle brakes — 2.6% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2016 Sym Fw models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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