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YN55 VWL

2006 Sym Jet

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,939 mi
Last recorded24,939 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Sym Jet11,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 VWL
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 24,939 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 24,939 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2015 18,717 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 18,248 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 15,955 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,064 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 11,107 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 12 Jan 2010 9,008 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 9,008 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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YN55 VWL is a 2006 Sym Jet in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 11,948 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 YN55 VWL, 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 20 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN55 VWL registered?

YN55 VWL is a 2006 Sym Jet, first registered on 13 January 2006.

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