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AO02 HHR

2002 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,927 mi
Last recorded38,927 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 HHR
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 38,927 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 38,863 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2014 35,597 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre side walls slightly perished

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 May 2013 31,954 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 31,954 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 26,597 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 26,399 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 25,973 miles

n/s bar end weight missing .

Fail 30 Mar 2009 25,746 miles

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

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

n/s handlebar missing .

Pass 30 Mar 2009 25,746 miles

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

n/s handlebar missing .

Pass 31 Mar 2008 25,176 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 23,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 18,156 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Shark?

Based on 4,396 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,554
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 162
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 38
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AO02 HHR is a 2002 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 Shark fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 HHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Shark typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Sym Shark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO02 HHR registered?

AO02 HHR is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is AO02 HHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 HHR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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