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WA54 CPV

2004 Sym Shark

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,646 mi
Last recorded27,646 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 CPV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 27,646 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 27,642 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 17,835 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 17,831 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired no pattern (1.2.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 15,413 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 14,453 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 14,204 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 12,833 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 12,833 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 11,058 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 10,175 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,985 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2007 3,573 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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WA54 CPV is a 2004 Sym Shark in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 WA54 CPV, 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

How do I check the history of WA54 CPV?

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What year was WA54 CPV registered?

WA54 CPV is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is WA54 CPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA54 CPV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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