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WA05 CVB

2005 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,689 mi
Last recorded11,689 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Sym Shark10,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 CVB
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 11,689 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 11,689 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 10,823 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 10,081 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 10,081 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,007 miles

exhaust corroding

Fail 27 Jun 2018 9,007 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust corroding

Pass 24 Jun 2017 8,634 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 8,634 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 8,297 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 19 May 2015 7,316 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 7,316 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2014 6,941 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 6,289 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 6,020 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 6,020 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 May 2011 5,739 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2011 5,739 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 5,232 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 4,903 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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WA05 CVB is a 2005 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,965 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 WA05 CVB, 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 21 years old, this Sym Shark is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WA05 CVB?

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What year was WA05 CVB registered?

WA05 CVB is a 2005 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is WA05 CVB safe to buy?

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