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Y181 GFB

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,014 mi
Last recorded29,014 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2010
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY181 GFB
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2010 29,014 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 26,411 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,064 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 22,670 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 19,663 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 15,727 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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Y181 GFB is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y181 GFB, 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

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What year was Y181 GFB registered?

Y181 GFB is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 14 July 2001.

Is Y181 GFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y181 GFB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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