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DX57 ROU

2008 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,776 mi
Last recorded17,776 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX57 ROU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 17,776 miles

rear brake lever travel

slight distortion rear wheel

slight fluctuation front brake

Pass 26 Apr 2013 14,909 miles

exhaust corroded

rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Jan 2012 11,561 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 11,561 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 8,484 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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DX57 ROU is a 2008 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 DX57 ROU, 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 DX57 ROU registered?

DX57 ROU is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is DX57 ROU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX57 ROU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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