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MX53 YKU

2004 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,237 mi
Last recorded14,237 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
Typical for 2004 Sym Jet13,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 YKU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2011 14,237 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

bolts missing from clutch cover

Fail 3 Aug 2011 14,237 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

bolts missing from clutch cover

Pass 14 Jun 2010 14,237 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2010 14,237 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 14,104 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 7,252 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 7,081 miles

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Centre Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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MX53 YKU is a 2004 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MX53 YKU, 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 MX53 YKU registered?

MX53 YKU is a 2004 Sym Jet, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is MX53 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 YKU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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