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T288 OUB

1999 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,934 mi
Last recorded19,934 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Sym Shark19,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT288 OUB
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 19,934 miles

some body work missing from the front

Fail 2 Nov 2012 19,934 miles

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

some body work missing from the front

Pass 8 Nov 2011 15,040 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 11,674 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,220 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 10,428 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 9,827 miles

Accident damage to n/s bodywork

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 8,866 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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T288 OUB is a 1999 Sym Shark in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T288 OUB, 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 T288 OUB?

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What year was T288 OUB registered?

T288 OUB is a 1999 Sym Shark, first registered on 25 August 1999.

Is T288 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T288 OUB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T288 OUB have outstanding finance?

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