Sym Super Fancy (1999)
1999 Sym Super Fancy
CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 1999 Sym Super Fancy. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1999 SYM SUPER FANCY is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 30.2% against the national 80%—meaning seven in ten of these vehicles fail their MOT. While dangerous defects are uncommon at 4.9%, the fundamental issue here is that this 25-year-old machine simply struggles to meet basic roadworthiness standards.
These cars are running at reasonable mileage for their age (median 12,894 miles), suggesting many have been lightly used, yet they still accumulate an average of 0.34 failures and 0.5 advisories per test—pointing to age-related wear rather than abuse. If you're considering one, expect significant remedial work before (and likely after) your first MOT, and budget accordingly for ongoing repairs to keep it legal on the road.
What to check before buying a 1999 Sym Super Fancy
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 121 | 29.6% | 0.34 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Sym Super Fancy vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1999 Sym Super Fancy vehicles fall between 6,613 and 16,750 miles.
MOT History Averages
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