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Y254 COT

2001 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

38,954 mi
Last recorded38,954 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY254 COT
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 38,954 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 38,943 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame under link corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 38,943 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 38,943 miles

Rear Rear spring fractured (2.4.A1b(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,980 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 26,650 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 36,620 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 35,294 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 33,604 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,279 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 30,279 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,719 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 24,934 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 24,934 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2008 21,766 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 18,668 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 15,507 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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Y254 COT is a 2001 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y254 COT, 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.

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What year was Y254 COT registered?

Y254 COT is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y254 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y254 COT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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