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HY08 BYX

2008 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,154 mi
Last recorded21,154 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BYX
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 21,154 miles

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

front tyre perishing on side walls

Fail 2 May 2015 21,154 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

front tyre perishing on side walls

Pass 8 May 2014 13,626 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,679 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 9,679 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2012 5,270 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 5,270 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 3,675 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 3,674 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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HY08 BYX is a 2008 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HY08 BYX, 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

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What year was HY08 BYX registered?

HY08 BYX is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is HY08 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 BYX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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