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LT02 TGV

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,715 mi
Last recorded21,715 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2011
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 TGV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2011 21,715 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 21,697 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

flat tyres

Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,700 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 16,226 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 16,212 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 12,632 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 12,630 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Oct 2006 9,559 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 9,559 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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LT02 TGV is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LT02 TGV, 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 LT02 TGV registered?

LT02 TGV is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is LT02 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT02 TGV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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