Sym Xs125-k MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 127 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 40.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Sym Xs125-k MOT Reliability Overview
The Sym Xs125-k is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 127 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.8% and a failure rate of 40.2%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Sym Xs125-k earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Sym Xs125-k presents for MOT with approximately 9,637 miles on the clock. The 2010 manufacture year performs best with a 63.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Sym Xs125-k is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 37.0% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle drive system at 26.8%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 24.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 39.4% | 50 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 29.1% | 37 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 26.8% | 34 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 23.6% | 30 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 7.1% | 9 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.7% | 6 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.9% | 5 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 3.1% | 4 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.6% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.6% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.6% | 2 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 1.6% | 2 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.8% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.8% | 1 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,637 miFor 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.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 40.85 | 39.4% | 50 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 30.23 | 29.1% | 37 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 27.78 | 26.8% | 34 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 24.51 | 23.6% | 30 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.35 | 7.1% | 9 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 4.90 | 4.7% | 6 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 4.09 | 3.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 3.27 | 3.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.63 | 1.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.63 | 1.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.63 | 1.6% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 1.63 | 1.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.82 | 0.8% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.82 | 0.8% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.82 | 0.8% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Sym Xs125-k has 9,637 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Sym Xs125-k has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 41.71% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Sym Xs125-k MOT Data
The Sym Xs125-k is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 127 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.8% and a failure rate of 40.2%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Sym Xs125-k owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle drive system for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Xs125-k is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 37.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 37.0% of MOT failures on the Sym Xs125-k. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 drive system — 26.8% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 26.8% of MOT failures on the Sym Xs125-k. Motorcycle drive system 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 steering and suspension — 24.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 24.4% of MOT failures on the Sym Xs125-k. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Sym Xs125-k?
Based on 127 MOT tests in our database, the Sym Xs125-k has an overall pass rate of 59.8% (40.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Sym Xs125-k?
The top 3 reasons a Sym Xs125-k fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (37.0%), 2. Motorcycle drive system (26.8%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (24.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Sym Xs125-k reliable?
With a 40.2% MOT failure rate, the Xs125-k is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Sym Xs125-k?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (37.0%); Motorcycle drive system (26.8%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (24.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.