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BU53 CHL

2003 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,734 mi
Last recorded24,734 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Sym Jet13,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 CHL
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,734 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,777 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2014 20,777 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 18,779 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 15,080 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 10,454 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 9,228 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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BU53 CHL is a 2003 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BU53 CHL, 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 BU53 CHL registered?

BU53 CHL is a 2003 Sym Jet, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BU53 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 CHL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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