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WJ52 MWK

2002 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,596 mi
Last recorded20,596 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 MWK
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 20,596 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 May 2017 18,811 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 3 May 2017 18,811 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 6 May 2016 16,669 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 May 2015 14,496 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyre perrishing

Pass 2 May 2014 11,916 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2013 9,631 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2012 7,133 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 5,015 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 4,526 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 4,440 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 4,270 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 3,676 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 2,230 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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WJ52 MWK is a 2002 Sym Shark in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2002 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 WJ52 MWK, 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 24 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 WJ52 MWK registered?

WJ52 MWK is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is WJ52 MWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 MWK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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