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T853 SHU

1999 Sym Jet

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,369 mi
Last recorded20,369 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1999 Sym Jet15,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT853 SHU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 20,369 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 18,435 miles

Nail in rear tyre

rear tyre deflated

Pass 6 Apr 2009 16,860 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 16,860 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 14,316 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 14,316 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 11,722 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 11,722 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 9,833 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 9,833 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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T853 SHU is a 1999 Sym Jet in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 15,466 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 T853 SHU, 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 27 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T853 SHU?

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What year was T853 SHU registered?

T853 SHU is a 1999 Sym Jet, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is T853 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T853 SHU shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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