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Y813 YBK

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,112 mi
Last recorded29,112 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY813 YBK
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 29,112 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 23,959 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 23,958 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2009 23,958 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2008 23,958 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 19,020 miles

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 19,008 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

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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Y813 YBK is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,199 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 Y813 YBK, 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 25 years old, this Sym Shark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y813 YBK registered?

Y813 YBK is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y813 YBK safe to buy?

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