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V403 UVV

1999 Sym Jet

Yellow Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

37,834 mi
Last recorded37,834 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Sym Jet15,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV403 UVV
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 37,834 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 36,046 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 36,046 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 36,037 miles

engine mount bushes slightly deteriorated.

oil leak around bottom of engine.

Pass 30 Nov 2012 33,687 miles

engine noisy

rear brake shoes getting low.

Fail 30 Nov 2012 33,687 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

engine noisy

rear brake shoes getting low.

Pass 11 Nov 2011 30,115 miles

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

oil leak around engine,

Fail 11 Nov 2011 30,115 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

oil leak around engine,

Pass 29 Oct 2010 25,245 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 23,128 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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V403 UVV is a 1999 Sym Jet in Yellow with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 V403 UVV, 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 V403 UVV?

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What year was V403 UVV registered?

V403 UVV is a 1999 Sym Jet, first registered on 29 November 1999.

Is V403 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V403 UVV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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