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VU11 GZK

2011 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,088 mi
Last recorded17,088 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2011 Sym Jet11,189 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU11 GZK
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 17,088 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 17,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 13,224 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 13,117 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 5,876 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 4,863 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 4,863 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2016 2,553 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 2,553 miles

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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VU11 GZK is a 2011 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Sym Jet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 11,189 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 VU11 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 15 years old, this Sym Jet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU11 GZK registered?

VU11 GZK is a 2011 Sym Jet, first registered on 20 June 2011.

Is VU11 GZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU11 GZK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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