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YJ08 FZY

2008 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,934 mi
Last recorded10,934 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 FZY
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 10,934 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 10,317 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 10,302 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 9,310 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 8,587 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 8,009 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 8,003 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 7,999 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 7,956 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 7,902 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 7,871 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 7,727 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 7,346 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 6,844 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 6,576 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 6,345 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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YJ08 FZY is a 2008 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YJ08 FZY, 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

How do I check the history of YJ08 FZY?

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What year was YJ08 FZY registered?

YJ08 FZY is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 5 May 2008.

Is YJ08 FZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 FZY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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