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X981 BDV

2000 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,157 mi
Last recorded35,157 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX981 BDV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Nov 2017 35,157 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 31,652 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,555 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 29,465 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 27,102 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 25,920 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 22,157 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 22,157 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 17,774 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 17,774 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 14,075 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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X981 BDV is a 2000 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X981 BDV, 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

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What year was X981 BDV registered?

X981 BDV is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 2 November 2000.

Is X981 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X981 BDV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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