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FX08 RUA

2008 Sym Jet

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,940 mi
Last recorded22,940 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 RUA
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 22,940 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 21,307 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 21,035 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 17,223 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 13,457 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 10,615 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 10,615 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 8,095 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 8,095 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 5,478 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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FX08 RUA is a 2008 Sym Jet in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 FX08 RUA, 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

How do I check the history of FX08 RUA?

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What year was FX08 RUA registered?

FX08 RUA is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is FX08 RUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 RUA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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