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V859 EFJ

1999 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,323 mi
Last recorded29,323 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Sym Jet15,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV859 EFJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2014 29,323 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Dec 2014 29,246 miles

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear brake needs looking at for metal to metal sound

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 23,295 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 14,480 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 10,990 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 2,675 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 2,674 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 2,646 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 2,493 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 2,316 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 2,092 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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V859 EFJ is a 1999 Sym Jet in Black with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V859 EFJ, 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 V859 EFJ registered?

V859 EFJ is a 1999 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V859 EFJ safe to buy?

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