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FJ53 WOB

2003 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

22,081 mi
Last recorded22,081 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Sym Jet13,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 WOB
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 22,081 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 22,079 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2014 21,979 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 21,979 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 21,979 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 21,090 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2013 21,090 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 18,538 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 17,091 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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FJ53 WOB is a 2003 Sym Jet in Blue with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 13,181 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 FJ53 WOB, 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 23 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ53 WOB registered?

FJ53 WOB is a 2003 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FJ53 WOB safe to buy?

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