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W848 SBC

2000 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,233 mi
Last recorded12,233 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW848 SBC
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 12,233 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 8,332 miles

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 8,332 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 7,737 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 7,737 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 6,797 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 5,441 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 5,090 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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W848 SBC is a 2000 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W848 SBC, 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 W848 SBC?

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What year was W848 SBC registered?

W848 SBC is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W848 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W848 SBC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W848 SBC have outstanding finance?

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