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V875 RFL

1999 Sym Jet

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

24,609 mi
Last recorded24,609 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Sym Jet15,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV875 RFL
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2011 24,609 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Fail 3 Dec 2011 24,609 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 21,504 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

one rear tailamp out

Fail 26 Oct 2010 21,504 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

one rear tailamp out

Fail 3 Nov 2009 19,130 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 19,130 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 18,025 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 18,025 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 17,035 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 15,549 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 13,342 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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V875 RFL is a 1999 Sym Jet in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V875 RFL, 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.

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What year was V875 RFL registered?

V875 RFL is a 1999 Sym Jet, first registered on 26 October 1999.

Is V875 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V875 RFL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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