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PO17 GFE

2017 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,187 mi
Last recorded7,187 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Sym Jet11,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO17 GFE
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 7,187 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 6,302 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 4,937 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 4,937 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 3,808 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 2,582 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 1,812 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2020 1,812 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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PO17 GFE is a 2017 Sym Jet in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PO17 GFE, 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 PO17 GFE registered?

PO17 GFE is a 2017 Sym Jet, first registered on 17 August 2017.

Is PO17 GFE safe to buy?

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