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WK51 FAO

2001 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

40,464 mi
Last recorded40,464 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 FAO
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2020 40,464 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 33,213 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 29,314 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 27,541 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 27,541 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 23,883 miles

rear brake lever not correct one for bike but works ok. final drive gears noisy

Fail 31 Jul 2009 23,854 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

rear brake lever incorrect one for bike. 1 tail lamp bulb out. final drive gears noisy

Pass 16 May 2008 20,297 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

front tyre perished

one tail bulb out. transmission bearing noisey

Fail 16 May 2008 20,297 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front tyre perished

one tail bulb out. transmission bearing noisey

Pass 18 May 2007 10,771 miles

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

one tail lamp bulb not working

Fail 10 May 2007 10,681 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

one tail and brake light doesnt work

Pass 24 May 2006 7,893 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 6,404 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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WK51 FAO is a 2001 Sym Jet in Blue with a 100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 WK51 FAO, 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 25 years old, this Sym Jet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK51 FAO registered?

WK51 FAO is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is WK51 FAO safe to buy?

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