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HF53 BYK

2004 Sym Jet

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,916 mi
Last recorded25,916 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 Sym Jet13,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 BYK
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2012 25,916 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 25,916 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Dec 2011 24,026 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 24,018 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 24,000 miles

front tyre side walls are slightly perished.

Fail 12 Apr 2008 23,888 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 12 Apr 2008 23,888 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,341 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Jet?

Based on 29,546 MOT tests across 5,892 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
1,355
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,892
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 464
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 441
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 415
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 399
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 369
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HF53 BYK is a 2004 Sym Jet in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 13,522 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 fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 464 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 BYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Jet typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF53 BYK?

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What year was HF53 BYK registered?

HF53 BYK is a 2004 Sym Jet, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is HF53 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 BYK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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