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VX55 FSU

2005 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,695 mi
Last recorded20,695 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet13,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 FSU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 20,695 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 12,753 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 11,341 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 9,492 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 9,492 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 8,117 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 6,353 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 4,576 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 4,576 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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VX55 FSU is a 2005 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 13,093 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 VX55 FSU, 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 21 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX55 FSU?

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What year was VX55 FSU registered?

VX55 FSU is a 2005 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is VX55 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX55 FSU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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