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HF54 BYM

2004 Sym Jet

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

241,047 mi
Last recorded241,047 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 2004 Sym Jet13,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 BYM
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 241,047 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

throttle opperation doesn't feel correct

Fail 12 Jul 2012 241,047 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

no lights fitted at time of test

throttle opperation doesn't feel correct

Pass 21 Feb 2011 22,424 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 21 Feb 2011 22,424 miles

Centre Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 17 Feb 2011 22,407 miles

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front panel backpanel belly pan all insecurly fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2009 18,688 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 17,921 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 12,383 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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HF54 BYM is a 2004 Sym Jet in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 13,522 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 HF54 BYM, 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 22 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF54 BYM registered?

HF54 BYM is a 2004 Sym Jet, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is HF54 BYM safe to buy?

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