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PN08 HCF

2008 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,238 mi
Last recorded16,238 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 HCF
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 16,238 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 16,238 miles

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

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 16,225 miles

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

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies switch (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 14,039 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

tail lamp only 50%.

Pass 31 Jul 2013 10,035 miles

o/s rear tail lamp inop.

Fail 31 Jul 2013 10,033 miles

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

o/s rear tail lamp inop.

Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,792 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 6,593 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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PN08 HCF is a 2008 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 PN08 HCF, 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 PN08 HCF registered?

PN08 HCF is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is PN08 HCF safe to buy?

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