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GK02 VDV

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

30,710 mi
Last recorded30,710 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 VDV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,710 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 30,710 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 27,250 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 27,250 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 23,139 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 23,139 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 17,175 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 17,175 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 15,781 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 15,781 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 14,983 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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GK02 VDV is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 GK02 VDV, 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 GK02 VDV registered?

GK02 VDV is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is GK02 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK02 VDV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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