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VX05 TJU

2005 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

17,709 mi
Last recorded17,709 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X12,417 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 TJU
MakeSym
ModelJet 50 - Euro X
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 17,709 miles

Nearside Front Upper headlight switch does not work on very low engine revs, change motorcycle battery

Pass 5 Aug 2015 17,709 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 17,709 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2013 17,694 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 17,683 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 15,061 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 15,011 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 11,522 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 11,492 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,473 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 8,954 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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VX05 TJU is a 2005 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 12,417 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 VX05 TJU, 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 21 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 VX05 TJU registered?

VX05 TJU is a 2005 Sym Jet 50 - Euro X, first registered on 21 July 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 TJU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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