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W296 JAT

2000 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,152 mi
Last recorded20,152 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW296 JAT
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2015 20,152 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 20,152 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 20,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

fuel cap temp fit

Pass 1 Jun 2010 19,784 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 16,176 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 12,736 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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W296 JAT is a 2000 Sym Shark in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 W296 JAT, 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

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What year was W296 JAT registered?

W296 JAT is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 13 July 2000.

Is W296 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W296 JAT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W296 JAT have outstanding finance?

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