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Y787 YJF

2001 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,859 mi
Last recorded21,859 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Sym Shark16,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY787 YJF
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 21,859 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 15,909 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 15,842 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 15,842 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2007 12,794 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 5,996 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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Y787 YJF 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 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 Y787 YJF, 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 Y787 YJF registered?

Y787 YJF is a 2001 Sym Shark, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y787 YJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y787 YJF 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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