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AU08 FUM

2008 Sym Jet

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,176 mi
Last recorded10,176 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FUM
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 10,176 miles

slight leak on rear shock absorber front tyre wearing low on o/s edge

Pass 5 Sep 2012 8,141 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 5 Sep 2012 8,141 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 6,314 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 6,310 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

front tyre pressure low .

rear brake hose lower ferrule corroded .

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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AU08 FUM is a 2008 Sym Jet in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 AU08 FUM, 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

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What year was AU08 FUM registered?

AU08 FUM is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AU08 FUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 FUM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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