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BU54 HCF

2004 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

27,338 mi
Last recorded27,338 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 2004 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X14,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 HCF
MakeSym
ModelJet 50 - Euro X
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 May 2013 27,338 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 27,338 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 26,879 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 26,879 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 26,019 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 4 Mar 2011 15,583 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 15,583 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 8,674 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 8,674 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Sym Jet 50 - Euro X?

Based on 5,537 MOT tests across 1,125 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
1,393
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 120
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 106
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 93
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 88
Full Sym Jet 50 - Euro X reliability report

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BU54 HCF is a 2004 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2004 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 14,609 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 50 - Euro X fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 HCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Jet 50 - Euro X typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Sym Jet 50 - Euro X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU54 HCF registered?

BU54 HCF is a 2004 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X, first registered on 29 October 2004.

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The MOT history for BU54 HCF shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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