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KE03 OUB

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,719 mi
Last recorded37,719 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 OUB
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 37,719 miles

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

front tyre starting to perish in the treads

Pass 7 Jun 2012 37,240 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 31,872 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 25,323 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 25,323 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,210 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 14,344 miles

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 18 May 2006 9,473 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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KE03 OUB is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KE03 OUB, 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

How do I check the history of KE03 OUB?

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What year was KE03 OUB registered?

KE03 OUB is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is KE03 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE03 OUB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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