Sym Jet 4 125 E4
MotorcycleFrom 350 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 8 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| brake control so positioned, bent or shortened that the brake cannot be readily applied. | 6 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 4 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 24.6% of Jet 4 125 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 £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 84.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released |
Typical mileage
Half of all Jet 4 125 E4s tested had between 5,057 and 14,516 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,661 median miles, the Jet 4 125 E4 has 0.193 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Sym Jet 4 125 E4 MOT pass rate?
The Sym Jet 4 125 E4 has a 81.4% MOT pass rate based on 350 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Sym Jet 4 125 E4?
The most common MOT failure on the Sym Jet 4 125 E4 is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Sym Jet 4 125 E4 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Sym Jet 4 125 E4 is 9,661 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,057 and 14,516 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.