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V753 FTR

1999 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,863 mi
Last recorded26,863 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Sym Jet15,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV753 FTR
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2015 26,863 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Oct 2009 25,064 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

fairing badly damaged and scratched

nearside brake lever bent

Fail 4 Oct 2009 25,062 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

fairing badly damaged and scratched

nearside brake lever bent

Pass 11 Aug 2007 24,551 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 Aug 2007 24,547 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 17,724 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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V753 FTR is a 1999 Sym Jet in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V753 FTR, 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

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What year was V753 FTR registered?

V753 FTR is a 1999 Sym Jet, first registered on 21 October 1999.

Is V753 FTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V753 FTR shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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