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AO02 MGE

2002 Sym Jet

Silver Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,986 mi
Last recorded28,986 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Sym Jet14,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 MGE
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2012 28,986 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 28,803 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 May 2010 27,328 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

centre stand spring very weak

one tailamp bulb out

Fail 20 May 2009 25,587 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Number plate cracked

Rear brake lever has more travel than normal

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2009 25,587 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Number plate cracked

Rear brake lever has more travel than normal

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 23,891 miles

number plate cracked

Fail 29 May 2008 23,891 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

number plate cracked

Pass 17 Jan 2007 21,097 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 21,096 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

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

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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AO02 MGE is a 2002 Sym Jet in Silver with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 14,132 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 AO02 MGE, 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 24 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO02 MGE registered?

AO02 MGE is a 2002 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AO02 MGE safe to buy?

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