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AO02 UYU

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,309 mi
Last recorded22,309 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 UYU
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 22,309 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,299 miles

rear tyre flat

Fail 24 Apr 2012 22,297 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear tyre flat

Pass 23 Nov 2010 18,902 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 18,902 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 14,813 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 14,813 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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 UYU is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO02 UYU registered?

AO02 UYU is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is AO02 UYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 UYU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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