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BU54 HCG

2004 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,507 mi
Last recorded12,507 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 HCG
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 12,507 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 12,448 miles

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

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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BU54 HCG is a 2004 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BU54 HCG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU54 HCG?

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What year was BU54 HCG registered?

BU54 HCG is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is BU54 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 HCG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU54 HCG have outstanding finance?

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