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PO16 KWZ

2016 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,835 mi
Last recorded10,835 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Sym Jet12,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO16 KWZ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 10,835 miles

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

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 10,835 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 8,588 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 5,538 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 5,537 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 5,233 miles

Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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PO16 KWZ is a 2016 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 12,592 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 PO16 KWZ, 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 10 years old, this Sym Jet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PO16 KWZ registered?

PO16 KWZ is a 2016 Sym Jet, first registered on 10 August 2016.

Is PO16 KWZ safe to buy?

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