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RK51 OSB

2001 Sym Shark

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,363 mi
Last recorded13,363 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 OSB
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 13,363 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 9,828 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 9,828 miles

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 6,069 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 4,130 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 2,385 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 2,385 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 1,333 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 777 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 777 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2005 341 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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RK51 OSB is a 2001 Sym Shark in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RK51 OSB, 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 RK51 OSB registered?

RK51 OSB is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 22 December 2001.

Is RK51 OSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 OSB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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