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FJ05 OBF

2005 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,395 mi
Last recorded8,395 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2008
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet13,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 OBF
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2008 8,395 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

not displaying company name and bsau145d mark

Fail 22 Dec 2008 8,395 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

not displaying company name and bsau145d mark

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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FJ05 OBF is a 2005 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 13,093 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 FJ05 OBF, 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 21 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 FJ05 OBF registered?

FJ05 OBF is a 2005 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is FJ05 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 OBF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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