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W398 PSX

2000 Sym Shark

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,995 mi
Last recorded4,995 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW398 PSX
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 4,995 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 4,995 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front and rear brake has passed the efficiency test,but efficency could be better.

front brake is dragging slightly

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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W398 PSX is a 2000 Sym Shark in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 W398 PSX, 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 W398 PSX?

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What year was W398 PSX registered?

W398 PSX is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W398 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W398 PSX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W398 PSX have outstanding finance?

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