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FJ58 LUY

2008 Sym Jet

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

23,965 mi
Last recorded23,965 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 LUY
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 23,965 miles

FRONT FENDER NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 29 May 2019 23,965 miles

Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

FRONT FENDER NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 30 May 2018 21,818 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 21,818 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2016 21,871 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 21,795 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 21,781 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,445 miles

rear number plate cracked but still clearly red

Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,200 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,833 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 10,833 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 2,916 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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FJ58 LUY is a 2008 Sym Jet in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 FJ58 LUY, 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 FJ58 LUY registered?

FJ58 LUY is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is FJ58 LUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ58 LUY shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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