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YN53 SKV

2003 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,364 mi
Last recorded8,364 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Sym Jet13,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 SKV
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 8,364 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 8,358 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2013 8,259 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 8,259 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2008 5,888 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 5,862 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,978 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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YN53 SKV is a 2003 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 13,181 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 YN53 SKV, 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 23 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN53 SKV registered?

YN53 SKV is a 2003 Sym Jet, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is YN53 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN53 SKV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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