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VX53 KWK

2003 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,076 mi
Last recorded15,076 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 KWK
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2012 15,076 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 12,944 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 11,075 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,448 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 9,360 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 8,075 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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VX53 KWK is a 2003 Sym Shark in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VX53 KWK, 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 VX53 KWK registered?

VX53 KWK is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is VX53 KWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 KWK shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX53 KWK have outstanding finance?

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