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HY16 FOK

2016 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,400 mi
Last recorded17,400 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2016 Sym Jet12,592 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY16 FOK
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 17,400 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 15,438 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 15,438 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 13,744 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

front tyre perished on sidewalls.

slight abnormal travel at front brake lever.

Fail 17 Aug 2022 13,744 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

front tyre perished on sidewalls.

slight abnormal travel at front brake lever.

Pass 26 Aug 2021 12,077 miles

front tyre soft

rear brake needs adjustment

Pass 11 Mar 2020 10,073 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 8,607 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2019 8,607 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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HY16 FOK is a 2016 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 12,592 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 HY16 FOK, 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 10 years old, this Sym Jet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY16 FOK registered?

HY16 FOK is a 2016 Sym Jet, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is HY16 FOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY16 FOK shows 9 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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