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X986 UCV

2000 Sym Shark

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

21,942 mi
Last recorded21,942 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX986 UCV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 21,942 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2020 21,942 miles

Central Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 21,942 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 21,942 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2017 21,943 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 21,943 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 20,381 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 20,381 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 17,927 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 15,711 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2013 15,711 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 15,711 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 15,711 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 15,711 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 15,711 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 15,010 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 15,010 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 12,229 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 12,229 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 10,886 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,671 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 10,671 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 10,293 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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X986 UCV is a 2000 Sym Shark in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 X986 UCV, 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 X986 UCV registered?

X986 UCV is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 28 November 2000.

Is X986 UCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X986 UCV shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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