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GN08 UMV

2008 Sym Jet

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,195 mi
Last recorded13,195 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 UMV
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,195 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Apr 2014 13,191 miles

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2013 13,191 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,191 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 8,100 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 8,086 miles

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

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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GN08 UMV is a 2008 Sym Jet in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN08 UMV, 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 GN08 UMV?

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What year was GN08 UMV registered?

GN08 UMV is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is GN08 UMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 UMV shows 6 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.

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