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WA08 EYU

2008 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,780 mi
Last recorded27,780 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 EYU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 27,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear tyre perished

Pass 22 May 2019 23,113 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively bent (1.1.15 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2018 19,779 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,774 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 19,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,800 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 17,800 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,708 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 12,696 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 10,145 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 7,543 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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WA08 EYU is a 2008 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,232 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 WA08 EYU, 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 18 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA08 EYU registered?

WA08 EYU is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is WA08 EYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 EYU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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