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R23 AKA

2002 Sylva Striker

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,394 mi
Last recorded8,394 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Sylva Striker3,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 AKA
MakeSylva
ModelStriker
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 8,394 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 11 Dec 2023 8,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front brake pad anti rattle spring loose.

Pass 17 Mar 2022 7,856 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 7,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

chassis number has the digit 0 missing 140961

Fail 23 Jun 2020 7,377 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering is to small (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

chassis number has the digit 0 missing 140961

Pass 19 Jun 2019 7,025 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 6,733 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 6,568 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jun 2016 5,828 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2016 5,828 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2015 4,725 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 2,902 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 2,901 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 2,805 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 2,744 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 2,430 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 2,404 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,250 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 1,940 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 1,940 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Sylva Striker?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 13
brake binding 10
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 7
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R23 AKA is a 2002 Sylva Striker in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Sylva Striker models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 3,795 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 Sylva Striker fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R23 AKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sylva Striker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Sylva Striker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R23 AKA registered?

R23 AKA is a 2002 Sylva Striker, first registered on 3 September 2002.

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