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Y914 GMA

2001 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,187 mi
Last recorded31,187 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY914 GMA
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 31,187 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 30,775 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 29,799 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 28,125 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 26,424 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 23,652 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 23,645 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 21,879 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 19,662 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 18,223 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 15,515 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 12,564 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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Y914 GMA is a 2001 Sym Shark in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y914 GMA, 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 Y914 GMA registered?

Y914 GMA is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y914 GMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y914 GMA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y914 GMA have outstanding finance?

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