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W553 RYC

2000 Sym Jet

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,193 mi
Last recorded19,193 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Sym Jet13,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW553 RYC
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 19,193 miles

Nearside Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 19,175 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 17,367 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 5,886 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 14,192 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,281 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 11,647 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 10,077 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2007 10,077 miles

Centre Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 7,883 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 7,883 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2005 5,884 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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W553 RYC is a 2000 Sym Jet in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,870 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 W553 RYC, 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 26 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 W553 RYC registered?

W553 RYC is a 2000 Sym Jet, first registered on 3 July 2000.

Is W553 RYC safe to buy?

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