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ACU 299L

2003 Sylva Striker

Orange Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACU 299L
MakeSylva
ModelStriker
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2026
Pass 6 Aug 2024
Pass 26 Jul 2023
Pass 15 Jul 2022
Pass 26 Jul 2021
Pass 10 Jul 2019
Pass 28 Jul 2018
Pass 19 Jul 2017
Pass 12 Jul 2016
Pass 4 Jul 2015
Pass 5 Jun 2014
Pass 19 Jun 2013
Pass 1 Jun 2012
Pass 2 Jun 2011

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Jun 2010
Pass 26 May 2009
Pass 6 Jun 2008
Pass 1 May 2007
Pass 9 May 2006

How Reliable is the Sylva Striker?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 13
brake binding 10
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 7
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ACU 299L is a 2003 Sylva Striker in Orange with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Sylva Striker fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACU 299L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sylva Striker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Sylva Striker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACU 299L registered?

ACU 299L is a 2003 Sylva Striker, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is ACU 299L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACU 299L shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACU 299L have outstanding finance?

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