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FJ54 VLL

2004 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,283 mi
Last recorded27,283 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 VLL
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 27,283 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 27,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2015 272,853 miles

Corrosion on frame and components.

Corrosion on steering components

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mud guard reapaired

Slight play in rear wheel

Pass 7 Jun 2014 27,287 miles

corrosion to frame

Fail 31 May 2014 27,287 miles

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

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

corrosion to frame

Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,251 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 27,251 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2012 25,110 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 17 Nov 2012 24,947 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 18,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 16,008 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 13,698 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 13,698 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Sep 2008 10,765 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 10,432 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 10,387 miles

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

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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FJ54 VLL is a 2004 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 15,722 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FJ54 VLL, 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 22 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 FJ54 VLL registered?

FJ54 VLL is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is FJ54 VLL safe to buy?

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