Sym Jet 14 125 E4
MotorcycleFrom 575 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 25 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.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 25 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 14 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 9 |
| audible warning not working | 9 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 9 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 8 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 7 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 7 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 31.4% of Jet 14 125 E4 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 £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72.3% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2020 | 73.5% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2019 | 78.8% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Jet 14 125 E4s tested had between 6,748 and 16,714 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,832 median miles, the Jet 14 125 E4 has 0.247 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Sym Jet 14 125 E4 MOT pass rate?
The Sym Jet 14 125 E4 has a 75.7% MOT pass rate based on 575 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Sym Jet 14 125 E4?
The most common MOT failure on the Sym Jet 14 125 E4 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 25 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Sym Jet 14 125 E4 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Sym Jet 14 125 E4 is 9,832 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,748 and 16,714 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.