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YJ03 ZHV

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,990 mi
Last recorded31,990 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 ZHV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,990 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 31,990 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,493 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,593 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 18,078 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 17,430 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,929 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,295 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 11,357 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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YJ03 ZHV is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 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 YJ03 ZHV, 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 23 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 YJ03 ZHV registered?

YJ03 ZHV is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is YJ03 ZHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 ZHV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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