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RX58 EJK

2008 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,337 mi
Last recorded18,337 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 EJK
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 18,337 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 17,927 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 17,927 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 17,645 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 17,010 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 17,010 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 15,929 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2014 15,929 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2013 12,531 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 8,073 miles

Repair carried out to offside front mirror

Pass 5 Sep 2011 6,036 miles

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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RX58 EJK is a 2008 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,232 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 RX58 EJK, 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 18 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX58 EJK registered?

RX58 EJK is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is RX58 EJK safe to buy?

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