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KV16 YZJ

2016 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,915 mi
Last recorded15,915 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2016 Sym Jet12,592 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV16 YZJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 15,915 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 15,901 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Valve stem slightly damaged Rear tyre rubber valve stem (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 15,795 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 13,460 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Maximum limit. (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 13,460 miles

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

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Maximum limit. (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 10,995 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre tread worn unevenly.

Pass 24 Aug 2019 8,501 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 8,425 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (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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KV16 YZJ is a 2016 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KV16 YZJ, 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 KV16 YZJ registered?

KV16 YZJ is a 2016 Sym Jet, first registered on 22 August 2016.

Is KV16 YZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV16 YZJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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