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Y174 GFB

2001 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,837 mi
Last recorded17,837 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY174 GFB
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 17,837 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 16,841 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 16,841 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 16,032 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 16,032 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,079 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 14,230 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 13,301 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 12,732 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 12,193 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 11,712 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 11,059 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 10,156 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 9,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 8,773 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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Y174 GFB is a 2001 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 Y174 GFB, 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 Y174 GFB registered?

Y174 GFB is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y174 GFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y174 GFB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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