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NK53 OAH

2004 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,088 mi
Last recorded34,088 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Sym Shark15,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 OAH
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2014 34,088 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 28,942 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 26,889 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 24,735 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2010 24,722 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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))

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

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 7 Mar 2009 19,751 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,526 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 17,273 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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NK53 OAH is a 2004 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 NK53 OAH, 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 NK53 OAH registered?

NK53 OAH is a 2004 Sym Shark, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is NK53 OAH safe to buy?

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