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DK08 LJY

2008 Sym Jet

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,062 mi
Last recorded16,062 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 LJY
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 16,062 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure ()

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Offside side panel / fairing insecure

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 16,059 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure ()

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Offside side panel / fairing insecure

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 14,340 miles

Nearside mirror insecure

Offside side panel / fairing insecure

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2015 13,839 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 13,829 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 12,843 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear number plate damaged but still clearly visable

Pass 21 Jun 2013 9,721 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2012 7,570 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 5,244 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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DK08 LJY is a 2008 Sym Jet in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,232 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 DK08 LJY, 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 18 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 DK08 LJY registered?

DK08 LJY is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is DK08 LJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 LJY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK08 LJY have outstanding finance?

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