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FJ08 JNN

2008 Sym Symply 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,025 mi
Last recorded15,025 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 JNN
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,025 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 13,326 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 13,057 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2015 5,984 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 5,971 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,264
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
737
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 58
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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FJ08 JNN is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 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 Symply 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 JNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Symply 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ08 JNN registered?

FJ08 JNN is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FJ08 JNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 JNN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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