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SP04 BYN

2004 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,377 mi
Last recorded7,377 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 BYN
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 7,377 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 6,700 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 6,602 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 6,602 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 6,596 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 5,011 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 2,860 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 881 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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SP04 BYN is a 2004 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP04 BYN, 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 SP04 BYN registered?

SP04 BYN is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is SP04 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP04 BYN 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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