MOT Status
ValidMileage
32,939 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy In very poor condition (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy In very poor condition (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
Front brake has wooden feel
Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Taped over, broken underneath (4.2.1 (b))
Rear brake has wooden feel
How Reliable is the Sym Shark?
Based on 4,396 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W288 UBL is a 2000 Sym Shark in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 W288 UBL, 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.
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What year was W288 UBL registered?
W288 UBL is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 21 July 2000.
Is W288 UBL safe to buy?
The MOT history for W288 UBL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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