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W689 BCW

2000 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,400 mi
Last recorded30,400 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Sym Jet13,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW689 BCW
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 30,400 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2015 30,380 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 17,994 miles

rear tyre cracking on sidewall

throttle operation stiff

Pass 24 May 2013 17,238 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 17,238 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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W689 BCW is a 2000 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W689 BCW, 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 W689 BCW registered?

W689 BCW is a 2000 Sym Jet, first registered on 2 March 2000.

Is W689 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W689 BCW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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