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PJ17 OBO

2017 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,802 mi
Last recorded22,802 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Sym Jet11,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ17 OBO
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 22,802 miles

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 27 Feb 2026 22,802 miles

Central Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced brace across the frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 20,647 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 16,974 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 14,672 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 11,448 miles

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

seat pivot requires attention

Pass 16 Dec 2020 8,800 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2020

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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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PJ17 OBO is a 2017 Sym Jet in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 11,521 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 PJ17 OBO, 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 9 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 PJ17 OBO registered?

PJ17 OBO is a 2017 Sym Jet, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is PJ17 OBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ17 OBO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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