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FV17 BYB

2017 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,036 mi
Last recorded10,036 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2017 Sym Jet11,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV17 BYB
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 10,036 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 10,030 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

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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FV17 BYB is a 2017 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 11,521 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 FV17 BYB, 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 9 years old, this Sym Jet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV17 BYB registered?

FV17 BYB is a 2017 Sym Jet, first registered on 14 April 2017.

Is FV17 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV17 BYB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV17 BYB have outstanding finance?

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