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LFR 520W

1998 Sylva Striker

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

929 mi
Last recorded929 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Sylva Striker14,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 520W
MakeSylva
ModelStriker
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 929 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 979 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2009
Pass 20 Dec 2007

How Reliable is the Sylva Striker?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 13
brake binding 10
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 7
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LFR 520W is a 1998 Sylva Striker in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Sylva Striker models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 14,896 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 Sylva Striker fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFR 520W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sylva Striker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Sylva Striker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LFR 520W registered?

LFR 520W is a 1998 Sylva Striker, first registered on 20 October 1998.

Is LFR 520W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFR 520W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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