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W217 HBW

2000 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,997 mi
Last recorded9,997 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW217 HBW
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 9,997 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 9,997 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 9,944 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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W217 HBW is a 2000 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 19,090 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 W217 HBW, 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 26 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 W217 HBW?

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What year was W217 HBW registered?

W217 HBW is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W217 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W217 HBW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W217 HBW have outstanding finance?

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