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OU03 VKL

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,728 mi
Last recorded32,728 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VKL
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 32,728 miles

nearside mirror missing

noise from rear wheel whilst being rotated

Pass 26 Mar 2011 27,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear tyre has cracks on side walls.

Pass 9 Jul 2009 20,630 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,001 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 14,445 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 14,445 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2006 11,632 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 11,632 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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OU03 VKL is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OU03 VKL, 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 OU03 VKL?

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What year was OU03 VKL registered?

OU03 VKL is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is OU03 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU03 VKL shows 8 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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