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HY08 BZB

2008 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,584 mi
Last recorded27,584 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BZB
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2023 27,584 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected Front master cyclinder (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery loose

Nearside Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 24,130 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Rear brake lever (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 23,954 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2021 23,953 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Central Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 21,391 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2016 16,803 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front brake travel

rear brake travel

Pass 4 Aug 2015 13,851 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,892 miles

advise fork gators fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2013 6,416 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 362 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 340 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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HY08 BZB is a 2008 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY08 BZB, 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 18 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY08 BZB registered?

HY08 BZB is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 20 April 2008.

Is HY08 BZB safe to buy?

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