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AO57 EJV

2007 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,619 mi
Last recorded1,619 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Sym Jet13,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 EJV
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 1,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar cover & floor / lower side fairing panels insecure / damaged. Steering not affected / no sharp edges.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Handlebars slightly to left - when wheels straight (2.4 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 1,619 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Fitted backwards (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Worn on to metal pad backing (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Handlebar cover & floor / lower side fairing panels insecure / damaged. Steering not affected / no sharp edges.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Handlebars slightly to left - when wheels straight (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 2,602 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 2,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure top fairing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2018 1,619 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 1,619 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Fail 31 Jul 2017 1,619 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 1,619 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 2,601 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 1,097 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 406 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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AO57 EJV is a 2007 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2007 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 13,003 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 AO57 EJV, 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 19 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO57 EJV registered?

AO57 EJV is a 2007 Sym Jet, first registered on 8 November 2007.

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