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FJ55 OBN

2005 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,740 mi
Last recorded35,740 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet13,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 OBN
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 35,740 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 34,900 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 34,900 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 34,667 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 35,476 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 33,038 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 32,174 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 31,367 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 28,658 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 21,469 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 17,703 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 15,165 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 12,897 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 11,717 miles

rear tyre starting to crack on side wall

Pass 10 Sep 2012 10,040 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 6,868 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 4,792 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 910 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 196 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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FJ55 OBN is a 2005 Sym Jet in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FJ55 OBN, 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

How do I check the history of FJ55 OBN?

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What year was FJ55 OBN registered?

FJ55 OBN is a 2005 Sym Jet, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is FJ55 OBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ55 OBN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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