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HF03 WMK

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,544 mi
Last recorded49,544 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 WMK
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2019 49,544 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam Switch faulty (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working Not audible with lights on (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake fluid not visible Rear brake (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe to engine (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system in poor condition

General body work in poor condition

Indicator tell tale inoperative Audible only (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Main beam tell tell not working

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brake fluid below minimum mark Front brake (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Play in rear engine/suspension mountings

STRONG ADVISE Lock stop worn resulting in excessive turn to handle bars, not fouling and bike components.

Pass 8 Oct 2018 46,359 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 40,401 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 40,355 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 40,355 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied rear (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 40,348 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front mudguard missing

Pass 31 May 2013 39,794 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front mud gaurd not fitted

Handle bar cover insecure but not likely to impede the steering

Fail 31 May 2013 39,794 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front mud gaurd not fitted

Handle bar cover insecure but not likely to impede the steering

Pass 26 Sep 2011 39,773 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

No front fender fitted

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 37,170 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 34,896 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 29,345 miles

front tyre has cracks appearing

Fail 17 Jul 2008 29,345 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 23,816 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 17,449 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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HF03 WMK is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 HF03 WMK, 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.

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What year was HF03 WMK registered?

HF03 WMK is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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