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PO54 FMX

2004 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,312 mi
Last recorded12,312 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO54 FMX
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 12,312 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 12,312 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 10,798 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 7,817 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2007 3,541 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 3,541 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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PO54 FMX is a 2004 Sym Shark in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 15,722 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 PO54 FMX, 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 22 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 PO54 FMX registered?

PO54 FMX is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is PO54 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO54 FMX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PO54 FMX have outstanding finance?

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