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AO52 NDJ

2002 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,859 mi
Last recorded30,859 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 NDJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2011 30,859 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

front mudguard missing 2x mountings

Pass 9 Sep 2009 24,545 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 24,536 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2008 24,536 miles

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

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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AO52 NDJ is a 2002 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AO52 NDJ, 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 AO52 NDJ registered?

AO52 NDJ is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is AO52 NDJ safe to buy?

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