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HY08 BZJ

2008 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,645 mi
Last recorded17,645 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BZJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2015 17,645 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 17,644 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 16,472 miles

Front fender missing

Front position lamps not working

Slight play in headstock bearings

both brake lever ends missing

Fail 2 Oct 2014 16,469 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front fender missing

Front position lamps not working

Slight play in headstock bearings

both brake lever ends missing

Pass 3 Jul 2013 11,022 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 6,592 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 6,592 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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 BZJ is a 2008 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 HY08 BZJ, 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.

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What year was HY08 BZJ registered?

HY08 BZJ is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is HY08 BZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 BZJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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