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W653 OSS

2000 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,978 mi
Last recorded1,978 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sym
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW653 OSS
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2019 1,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 22 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 6 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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W653 OSS is a 2000 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W653 OSS, 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 W653 OSS?

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What year was W653 OSS registered?

W653 OSS is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W653 OSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W653 OSS shows 3 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 W653 OSS have outstanding finance?

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