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AU04 NRL

2004 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,460 mi
Last recorded36,460 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 NRL
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 36,460 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ferrude rusty. (3.2.B3b)

main stand has weak return spring.

rear transmission/hub drive sounds noisy.

Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,021 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 35,021 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Aug 2013 30,446 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 25,723 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 21,031 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 21,031 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Aug 2010 15,388 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 15,388 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2009 11,318 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2009 11,318 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 5,552 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 712 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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AU04 NRL is a 2004 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 15,722 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 AU04 NRL, 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 22 years old, this Sym Shark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU04 NRL registered?

AU04 NRL is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 14 August 2004.

Is AU04 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 NRL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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