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Y527 FFJ

2001 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,890 mi
Last recorded12,890 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY527 FFJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 12,890 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 3,701 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 3,604 miles

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

centre stand does not automatically retract

Fail 12 Aug 2013 3,604 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

battery in poor condition

centre stand does not automatically retract

Pass 19 Aug 2011 3,442 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 2,712 miles

throttle action heavy

Fail 11 Aug 2010 2,712 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2007 2,563 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 2,178 miles

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

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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Y527 FFJ is a 2001 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 2001 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 Y527 FFJ, 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 25 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 Y527 FFJ registered?

Y527 FFJ is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y527 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y527 FFJ 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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