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VX54 KSV

2004 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,749 mi
Last recorded27,749 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Sym Jet13,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 KSV
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 27,749 miles

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

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

no plate characters in carbon look ok for now

Fail 12 Aug 2013 27,749 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

no plate characters in carbon look ok for now

Pass 9 Aug 2012 21,435 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 18,462 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 15,597 miles

one of two tail light blubs inop (nearside)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 15,597 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

one of two tail light blubs inop (nearside)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 10,355 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 10,281 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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VX54 KSV is a 2004 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 13,522 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 VX54 KSV, 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 22 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX54 KSV registered?

VX54 KSV is a 2004 Sym Jet, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is VX54 KSV safe to buy?

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