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SN05 GZK

2005 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

36,450 mi
Last recorded36,450 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet13,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 GZK
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 36,450 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 36,449 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 35,814 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 35,814 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 34,854 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 33,181 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 31,917 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 31,198 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 29,899 miles

both brake levers are bent on ends

Fail 2 Aug 2018 29,816 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

both brake levers are bent on ends

Pass 31 Jul 2017 28,064 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 27,812 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 27,349 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2014 24,896 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 23,784 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 23,784 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,161 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 22,161 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2011 21,767 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 19,749 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 15,199 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2008 11,584 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

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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SN05 GZK is a 2005 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 13,093 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 SN05 GZK, 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 21 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 SN05 GZK registered?

SN05 GZK is a 2005 Sym Jet, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SN05 GZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN05 GZK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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