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Y238 GNJ

2001 Sym Jet

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,766 mi
Last recorded5,766 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 GNJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2006 5,766 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 5,766 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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Y238 GNJ is a 2001 Sym Jet in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y238 GNJ, 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

How do I check the history of Y238 GNJ?

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What year was Y238 GNJ registered?

Y238 GNJ is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y238 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 GNJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y238 GNJ have outstanding finance?

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