MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,619 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Throttle operating incorrectly keeps revving engine when throttle is let go of (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Front tyre is perished and worn uneven
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Sym Shark?
Based on 4,396 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y879 OPV is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 Y879 OPV, 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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How do I check the history of Y879 OPV?
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What year was Y879 OPV registered?
Y879 OPV is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 21 June 2001.
Is Y879 OPV safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y879 OPV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does Y879 OPV have outstanding finance?
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