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AV02 GAU

2002 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,666 mi
Last recorded16,666 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Sym Jet14,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 GAU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 16,666 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 May 2023 15,960 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose fixing bolt missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of frame is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

main stand pivots are very worn

Fail 24 May 2023 15,954 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure brake lever pivot fixing broken (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose fixing bolt missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of frame is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

main stand pivots are very worn

Pass 14 May 2016 15,602 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 11,771 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 8,584 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2013 8,584 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 7,777 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 7,777 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Dip beam appears to be inoperative

Pass 25 Jun 2010 7,297 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 6,657 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 5,561 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 4,618 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 3,826 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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AV02 GAU is a 2002 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV02 GAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV02 GAU registered?

AV02 GAU is a 2002 Sym Jet, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is AV02 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV02 GAU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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