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AU03 FVF

2003 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,629 mi
Last recorded26,629 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Sym Jet13,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 FVF
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 26,629 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 15,933 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 15,933 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on low beam (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 12,851 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 12,851 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 12,817 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 12,817 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,538 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 10,253 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,829 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 8,829 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 6,388 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 6,388 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 5,691 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 5,470 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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AU03 FVF is a 2003 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AU03 FVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU03 FVF registered?

AU03 FVF is a 2003 Sym Jet, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AU03 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 FVF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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