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Y995 FFJ

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,786 mi
Last recorded29,786 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY995 FFJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2019 29,786 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 22,306 miles

Can’t see into brake sight glass

Rear Play in sliding members brake

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2017 20,708 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 18,343 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 17,682 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2014 16,877 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 16,119 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 15,661 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 15,133 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 14,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 14,068 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 14,060 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 13,682 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 13,183 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 12,468 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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Y995 FFJ is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y995 FFJ, 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 Y995 FFJ registered?

Y995 FFJ is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y995 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y995 FFJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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