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Y176 HVY

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,930 mi
Last recorded14,930 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY176 HVY
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 14,930 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 13,565 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 13,523 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 13,523 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 13,308 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 13,308 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 13,149 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 12,821 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 12,569 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 11,637 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 10,289 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 9,299 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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Y176 HVY is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,199 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 Y176 HVY, 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 25 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 Y176 HVY?

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What year was Y176 HVY registered?

Y176 HVY is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y176 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y176 HVY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y176 HVY have outstanding finance?

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