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W279 SBR

2000 Sym Jet

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,359 mi
Last recorded12,359 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Sym Jet13,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW279 SBR
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 12,359 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 12,353 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 12,248 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 12,236 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 12,224 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 11,240 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 6,448 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 6,448 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 20 May 2016 3,479 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 3,320 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 3,190 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 3,183 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 3,166 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 3,150 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 3,095 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 2,952 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 2,882 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,613 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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W279 SBR is a 2000 Sym Jet in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,870 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 W279 SBR, 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 26 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W279 SBR?

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What year was W279 SBR registered?

W279 SBR is a 2000 Sym Jet, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W279 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W279 SBR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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