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KV02 RZJ

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,228 mi
Last recorded29,228 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 RZJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 29,228 miles

engine running poorly

Fail 1 Aug 2014 29,226 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

engine running poorly

mirrors not fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Jul 2013 21,793 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 18,944 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Riders seat loose but not insecure

Fail 10 May 2011 18,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Riders seat loose but not insecure

Pass 7 May 2010 10,827 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 10,789 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2008 10,109 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,814 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 6,775 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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KV02 RZJ is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KV02 RZJ, 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 KV02 RZJ registered?

KV02 RZJ is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 3 April 2002.

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