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YJ55 ZPF

2005 Sym Jet

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

15,389 mi
Last recorded15,389 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Sym Jet13,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 ZPF
MakeSym
ModelJet
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 15,389 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 15,372 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2024 14,761 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 14,072 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 13,492 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 12,965 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 12,460 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 12,132 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 11,686 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 11,061 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 9,924 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 8,782 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 7,601 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 6,653 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 5,782 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 4,996 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 4,529 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 3,775 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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YJ55 ZPF is a 2005 Sym Jet in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ55 ZPF, 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

How do I check the history of YJ55 ZPF?

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What year was YJ55 ZPF registered?

YJ55 ZPF is a 2005 Sym Jet, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is YJ55 ZPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ55 ZPF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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