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PO16 KXB

2016 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,532 mi
Last recorded10,532 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Sym Jet12,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO16 KXB
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 10,532 miles

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

Horn slightly loose faulty (7.7 (b))

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

speedo cable broken

Pass 15 Mar 2025 10,532 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2025 10,532 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 10,532 miles

Front tyre starting to split in sidewall.

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 10,532 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2023 10,532 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 5,986 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively rear brake starting to stick (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear exhaust rotted

Fail 12 Mar 2022 5,986 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively rear brake starting to stick (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear exhaust rotted

Pass 8 Feb 2021 4,835 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 4,554 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 3,645 miles

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 3,645 miles

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (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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PO16 KXB is a 2016 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO16 KXB registered?

PO16 KXB is a 2016 Sym Jet, first registered on 21 March 2016.

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