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FX03 FFV

2003 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,873 mi
Last recorded32,873 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 FFV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,873 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 31,149 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,915 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,896 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Outer Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 26,721 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 25,613 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 25,570 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 22,477 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 19,939 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 16,378 miles

nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Mar 2006 13,133 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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FX03 FFV is a 2003 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX03 FFV, 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 23 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 FX03 FFV registered?

FX03 FFV is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is FX03 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 FFV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX03 FFV have outstanding finance?

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