MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,283 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
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
corrosion to frame
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
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
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
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)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of FJ54 VLL?
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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?
The MOT history for FJ54 VLL shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FJ54 VLL have outstanding finance?
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