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KX51 VXJ

2001 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,302 mi
Last recorded28,302 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 VXJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2015 28,302 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 28,301 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 25,270 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

several fairing panels secured with ducting tape, efficient at test.

Fail 17 Mar 2014 25,244 miles

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 18,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

engine and gearbox are swing mounted, there is slight play in flexy swing mounts causing slight thump action from suspension. play not excessive and so efficient at time of test.

Pass 14 Jan 2012 13,908 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 13,865 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 12,387 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 12,387 miles

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))

Fail 19 Aug 2008 12,320 miles

Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 2,848 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 2,825 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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KX51 VXJ is a 2001 Sym Shark in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KX51 VXJ, 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

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What year was KX51 VXJ registered?

KX51 VXJ is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is KX51 VXJ safe to buy?

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