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FJM 893

1979 Sylva Striker

Green Petrol 1357cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

349 mi
Last recorded349 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJM 893
MakeSylva
ModelStriker
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,357cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 349 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen not fitted at time of test so wipers/washers not testable

Steering operation stiff

Fail 30 May 2023 343 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen not fitted at time of test so wipers/washers not testable

Steering operation stiff

Pass 17 Jul 2018 275 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 271 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 14 May 2015 192 miles

Windscreen missing at time of test

Fail 1 May 2015 191 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Radius arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen missing at time of test

How Reliable is the Sylva Striker?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 13
brake binding 10
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 7
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FJM 893 is a 1979 Sylva Striker in Green with a 1,357cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Sylva Striker fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJM 893, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sylva Striker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 47 years old, this Sylva Striker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJM 893 registered?

FJM 893 is a 1979 Sylva Striker, first registered on 14 February 1979.

Is FJM 893 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJM 893 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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