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AU53 FME

2003 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,589 mi
Last recorded27,589 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Sym Jet13,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 FME
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 27,589 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 24,434 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 24,427 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 24,401 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

body work becoming insecure

Pass 15 Nov 2010 19,703 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 19,371 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 11,929 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 11,920 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2006 7,543 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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AU53 FME is a 2003 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AU53 FME, 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 AU53 FME registered?

AU53 FME is a 2003 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is AU53 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 FME shows 9 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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