Sym Av
MotorcycleFrom 391 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are audible warning not working, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and exhaust system leaking or insecure. The top issue, audible warning not working, caused 10 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| audible warning not working | 10 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 7 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 7 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 6 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 32.8% of Av failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £72.
Typical mileage
Half of all Avs tested had between 5,070 and 12,396 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,832 median miles, the Av has 0.266 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Sym Av MOT pass rate?
The Sym Av has a 76.5% MOT pass rate based on 391 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Sym Av?
The most common MOT failure on the Sym Av is audible warning not working, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Sym Av at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Sym Av is 8,832 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,070 and 12,396 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.