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KV51 CBY

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,720 mi
Last recorded33,720 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 CBY
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 33,720 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 28,617 miles

Front tyre wall cracking

Pass 7 Oct 2015 28,402 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 27,698 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 27,577 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 26,552 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 26,552 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 24,887 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 212,753 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 18,736 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 15,982 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 13,712 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 10,712 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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KV51 CBY is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,199 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 KV51 CBY, 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 25 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 KV51 CBY?

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What year was KV51 CBY registered?

KV51 CBY is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is KV51 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 CBY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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