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YA15 VYC

2015 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,799 mi
Last recorded27,799 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2015 Sym Jet12,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA15 VYC
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 27,799 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 27,799 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 24,875 miles

Front uneven wear

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 21,453 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 21,277 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,021 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 17,021 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 12,298 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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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YA15 VYC is a 2015 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2015 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 12,449 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 YA15 VYC, 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 11 years old, this Sym Jet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YA15 VYC registered?

YA15 VYC is a 2015 Sym Jet, first registered on 3 August 2015.

Is YA15 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA15 VYC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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