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YD16 XEU

2016 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,027 mi
Last recorded23,027 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2016 Sym Jet12,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD16 XEU
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 23,027 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 23,027 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 22,450 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 22,378 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear NAIL IN TYRE

Rear REAR BRAKE DOES NOT LOCK OUT.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 19,522 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 19,522 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 18,862 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 18,862 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 17,802 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 17,305 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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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YD16 XEU is a 2016 Sym Jet in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2016 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 12,592 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 YD16 XEU, 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 10 years old, this Sym Jet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD16 XEU registered?

YD16 XEU is a 2016 Sym Jet, first registered on 12 April 2016.

Is YD16 XEU safe to buy?

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