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DF03 OKV

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,868 mi
Last recorded24,868 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 OKV
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 24,868 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 24,434 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 23,958 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 23,732 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 23,615 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 23,108 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 22,042 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 20,724 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 19,550 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 17,778 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 16,169 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 16,169 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 14,852 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 13,114 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 11,859 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 10,610 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 9,442 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 8,106 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 6,513 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 5,091 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,718 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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DF03 OKV is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DF03 OKV, 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 DF03 OKV registered?

DF03 OKV is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is DF03 OKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 OKV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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