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WA03 BVN

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,930 mi
Last recorded7,930 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 BVN
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 7,930 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 7,930 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 6,904 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 6,462 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 5,947 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 5,251 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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WA03 BVN is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 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 WA03 BVN, 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 23 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 WA03 BVN?

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What year was WA03 BVN registered?

WA03 BVN is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is WA03 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 BVN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA03 BVN have outstanding finance?

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