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Y961 NYB

2001 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,539 mi
Last recorded28,539 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Sym Jet14,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY961 NYB
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2018 28,539 miles

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 28,216 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2017 28,216 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 28,010 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 27,205 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 26,236 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 25,186 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 25,186 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 23,971 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 22,458 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 21,125 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2010 21,125 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 19,054 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 19,054 miles

Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 17,054 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 15,168 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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Y961 NYB is a 2001 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y961 NYB, 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 Y961 NYB registered?

Y961 NYB is a 2001 Sym Jet, first registered on 4 August 2001.

Is Y961 NYB safe to buy?

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