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SF53 DBZ

2003 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,263 mi
Last recorded22,263 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X11,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 DBZ
MakeSym
ModelJet 50 - Euro X
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 22,263 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 22,263 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2012 22,034 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 21,788 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 18,045 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 18,045 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 17,244 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 15,267 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 14,866 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 14,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2007 11,193 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 7,759 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Jet 50 - Euro X?

Based on 5,537 MOT tests across 1,125 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
1,393
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 120
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 106
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 93
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 88
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SF53 DBZ is a 2003 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 11,846 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 50 - Euro X fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 DBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Jet 50 - Euro X typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Sym Jet 50 - Euro X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF53 DBZ registered?

SF53 DBZ is a 2003 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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