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FP02 XPJ

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,457 mi
Last recorded41,457 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 XPJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 41,447 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 32,080 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2011 30,156 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 30,156 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 27,762 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 27,762 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 25,683 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 23,027 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 23,016 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 20,595 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,579 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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FP02 XPJ is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FP02 XPJ, 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 FP02 XPJ registered?

FP02 XPJ is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is FP02 XPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 XPJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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