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HX55 FGV

2005 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

24,147 mi
Last recorded24,147 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet13,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 FGV
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 24,147 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 17,120 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,006 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 16,817 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 16,628 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 16,628 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 16,475 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 16,290 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 16,281 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 16,283 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 24 Aug 2016 16,283 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 16,284 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 16,284 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 16,285 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 16,289 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2012 16,289 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2011 15,536 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 12,484 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 9,602 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 6,947 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 6,861 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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HX55 FGV is a 2005 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 13,093 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 HX55 FGV, 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 21 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 HX55 FGV registered?

HX55 FGV is a 2005 Sym Jet, first registered on 15 October 2005.

Is HX55 FGV safe to buy?

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