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Y533 FFJ

2001 Sym Shark

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,582 mi
Last recorded29,582 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2011
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY533 FFJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2011 29,582 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 29,549 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 15,791 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 14,925 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 11,629 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 9,230 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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Y533 FFJ is a 2001 Sym Shark in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Y533 FFJ, 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 Y533 FFJ registered?

Y533 FFJ is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y533 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y533 FFJ shows 6 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.

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