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T232 SMW

1999 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,314 mi
Last recorded31,314 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 Sym Shark19,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT232 SMW
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 31,314 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 30,804 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 30,193 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 29,749 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 28,830 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 28,301 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 27,559 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,270 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,414 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 21,148 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 21,148 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 18,098 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 15,478 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 15,478 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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T232 SMW is a 1999 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 19,731 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 T232 SMW, 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 27 years old, this Sym Shark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T232 SMW?

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What year was T232 SMW registered?

T232 SMW is a 1999 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T232 SMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T232 SMW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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