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PF08 NFE

2008 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,894 mi
Last recorded15,894 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 NFE
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 15,894 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

frame corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2016 15,301 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

head light poor image

Fail 28 Jul 2016 15,301 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

head light poor image

Pass 12 Aug 2015 13,968 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

exh poor cond

fairing insecure

Fail 8 Aug 2015 13,968 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

exh poor cond

fairing insecure

Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyre cracking

Pass 12 Aug 2013 11,714 miles

Centre Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2012 10,316 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 7,726 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 7,704 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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PF08 NFE is a 2008 Sym Jet in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PF08 NFE, 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 PF08 NFE registered?

PF08 NFE is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 21 August 2008.

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