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FY03 XWE

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,321 mi
Last recorded34,321 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 XWE
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 34,321 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front wheel bearing, slight rumble

Pass 27 Jul 2022 24,732 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 24,456 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 24,456 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 24,308 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,167 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 23,800 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 22,888 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,021 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 21,270 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 19,128 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 19,128 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 18,934 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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FY03 XWE is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FY03 XWE, 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 FY03 XWE registered?

FY03 XWE is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is FY03 XWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 XWE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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