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YX58 FXJ

2008 Sym Jet

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,651 mi
Last recorded25,651 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Sym Jet12,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX58 FXJ
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 25,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear shock absorber has little damping effect

Pass 27 Feb 2020 23,650 miles

Front Upper handlebar fairing loose

battery insecure

oil cap loose

Fail 26 Feb 2020 23,650 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Upper handlebar fairing loose

battery insecure

oil cap loose

Pass 20 Nov 2017 27,432 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

exhaust bracket bolt missing but exhaust still secure

front fairings cracked and secured with tape

rear tyre tread getting low across centre

Pass 24 Nov 2016 25,921 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

centre stand spring weak

exhaust bottom bracket corroded (exhaust still secure)

front fairings cracked (secured with tape)

rear tyre tread getting low across centre of tyre

Fail 21 Nov 2016 25,921 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

exhaust bottom bracket corroded (exhaust still secure)

front fairings cracked (secured with tape)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 24,228 miles

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2014 22,593 miles

front side lights inop.(headlight comes on with ignition)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 22,550 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

front side lights inop.(headlight comes on with ignition)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 19,571 miles

front tyre side wall cracking

Fail 22 Nov 2013 19,531 miles

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

front tyre side wall cracking

Pass 30 Nov 2012 15,559 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 11,853 miles

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

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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YX58 FXJ is a 2008 Sym Jet in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 12,232 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 YX58 FXJ, 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 18 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 YX58 FXJ registered?

YX58 FXJ is a 2008 Sym Jet, first registered on 22 November 2008.

Is YX58 FXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX58 FXJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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