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Y858 GOU

2001 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,284 mi
Last recorded41,284 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY858 GOU
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2010 41,284 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 38,403 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 38,365 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 34,745 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear tyre has a cut but is not deep

Pass 14 Apr 2007
Pass 19 Jan 2006 31,103 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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Y858 GOU is a 2001 Sym Shark in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Y858 GOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y858 GOU registered?

Y858 GOU is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y858 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y858 GOU 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.

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