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AY12 AAJ

2012 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,934 mi
Last recorded6,934 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Sym Jet10,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY12 AAJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 6,934 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 6,597 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 6,597 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Jun 2024 6,597 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 5,874 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 3,366 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 3,345 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 2,812 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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AY12 AAJ is a 2012 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 10,514 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 AY12 AAJ, 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 14 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 AY12 AAJ registered?

AY12 AAJ is a 2012 Sym Jet, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is AY12 AAJ safe to buy?

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