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AY51 EKT

2001 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,194 mi
Last recorded29,194 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EKT
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 29,194 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2012 29,194 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,049 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 25,537 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 22,265 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 21,019 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,949 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 18,949 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 15,299 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 11,621 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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AY51 EKT is a 2001 Sym Jet in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 AY51 EKT, 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 25 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 AY51 EKT registered?

AY51 EKT is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is AY51 EKT safe to buy?

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