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FJ08 YRZ

2008 Sym Jet 50 Basix

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,327 mi
Last recorded18,327 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet 50 Basix18,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 YRZ
MakeSym
ModelJet 50 Basix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2013 18,327 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,327 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Jet 50 Basix?

Based on 507 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
2,252
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 5
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FJ08 YRZ is a 2008 Sym Jet 50 Basix in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Sym Jet 50 Basix models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 18,084 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Sym Jet 50 Basix fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 YRZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Jet 50 Basix typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Jet 50 Basix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ08 YRZ registered?

FJ08 YRZ is a 2008 Sym Jet 50 Basix, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is FJ08 YRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 YRZ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ08 YRZ have outstanding finance?

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