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W518 VDF

2000 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,503 mi
Last recorded25,503 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW518 VDF
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2008 25,503 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 23,691 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2006 21,361 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 21,361 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2005 16,425 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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W518 VDF is a 2000 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 19,090 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 W518 VDF, 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 26 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 W518 VDF?

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What year was W518 VDF registered?

W518 VDF is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 23 July 2000.

Is W518 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W518 VDF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W518 VDF have outstanding finance?

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