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HJ52 RKV

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,592 mi
Last recorded32,592 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 RKV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 32,592 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 25,807 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 16,664 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 16,470 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 16,219 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 15,894 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 15,894 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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HJ52 RKV is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HJ52 RKV, 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 HJ52 RKV registered?

HJ52 RKV is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is HJ52 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 RKV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ52 RKV have outstanding finance?

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