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PO53 AUL

2003 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,279 mi
Last recorded23,279 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 AUL
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 23,279 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 23,279 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 May 2017 20,904 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 19,243 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 19,030 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 19,030 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 16,714 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 14,424 miles

advise battery flat!

advise rear tyre flat!

Fail 2 Mar 2010 14,424 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

advise battery flat!

advise rear tyre flat!

Pass 26 Jan 2009 8,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 7,623 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 2,241 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

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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PO53 AUL is a 2003 Sym Shark in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PO53 AUL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO53 AUL registered?

PO53 AUL is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is PO53 AUL safe to buy?

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