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FX04 FCF

2004 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,557 mi
Last recorded8,557 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 FCF
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2018 8,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2016 6,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 3,920 miles

Rear tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 14 Feb 2014 2,730 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 2,718 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 2,718 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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FX04 FCF is a 2004 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FX04 FCF, 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 FX04 FCF?

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What year was FX04 FCF registered?

FX04 FCF is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 16 April 2004.

Is FX04 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 FCF shows 6 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.

Does FX04 FCF have outstanding finance?

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