Sym Jet
MotorcycleFrom 488 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 21 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 21 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 9 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 9 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 8 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 7 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 6 |
| audible warning not working | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 16.5% of Jet failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
Typical mileage
Half of all Jets tested had between 6,544 and 19,003 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,942 median miles, the Jet has 0.219 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Sym Jet MOT pass rate?
The Sym Jet has a 76% MOT pass rate based on 488 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Sym Jet?
The most common MOT failure on the Sym Jet is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 21 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Sym Jet at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Sym Jet is 10,942 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,544 and 19,003 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.