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X559 HBC

2000 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,836 mi
Last recorded27,836 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Sym Shark19,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX559 HBC
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 27,836 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2025 27,836 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2022 25,563 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 25,496 miles

front suspension legs corroding

Fail 15 Oct 2021 25,496 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

front suspension legs corroding

Pass 28 Jul 2016 25,050 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,248 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,146 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 22,244 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 21,163 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 20,079 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 18,903 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 17,992 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 17,992 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 17,021 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 15,943 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 15,943 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 15,307 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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X559 HBC is a 2000 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X559 HBC, 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

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What year was X559 HBC registered?

X559 HBC is a 2000 Sym Shark, first registered on 10 November 2000.

Is X559 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X559 HBC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X559 HBC have outstanding finance?

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