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Y223 SUB

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,603 mi
Last recorded26,603 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY223 SUB
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 26,603 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 26,603 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 19,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 19,594 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 16,991 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 14,234 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 10,795 miles

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

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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Y223 SUB is a 2001 Sym Shark in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y223 SUB, 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 Y223 SUB?

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What year was Y223 SUB registered?

Y223 SUB is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y223 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y223 SUB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y223 SUB have outstanding finance?

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