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SP08 BVC

2008 Sym Jet

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

12,498 mi
Last recorded12,498 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 BVC
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2011 12,498 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside brake lever pivots slightly worn

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

bodywork damaged

both mirrors loose

Fail 23 May 2011 12,350 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

bodywork damage

rear brake lever travel

Fail 17 May 2011 12,317 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

bodywork damage

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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SP08 BVC is a 2008 Sym Jet in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 SP08 BVC, 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 SP08 BVC registered?

SP08 BVC is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is SP08 BVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 BVC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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