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VU02 URA

2002 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,830 mi
Last recorded12,830 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 URA
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 12,830 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 7,668 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 7,668 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 5,012 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 5,012 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2014 2,659 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 2,613 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 2,613 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2012 2,353 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 2,215 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 1,893 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 1,649 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 1,559 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 1,411 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 1,102 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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VU02 URA is a 2002 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU02 URA, 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 VU02 URA registered?

VU02 URA is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VU02 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 URA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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