MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,813 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)
final drive noisy
front tyre starting to crack
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
front tyre slight uneven wear.& side wall slightly perished.
r/h bar end weight missing.
suspect transmission bearing noise.
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Sym Shark?
Based on 4,396 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V389 NVW is a 1999 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1999 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 19,731 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 V389 NVW, 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 27 years old, this Sym Shark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of V389 NVW?
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What year was V389 NVW registered?
V389 NVW is a 1999 Sym Shark, first registered on 5 October 1999.
Is V389 NVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for V389 NVW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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