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YD52 YJJ

2002 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,887 mi
Last recorded19,887 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Sym Shark15,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 YJJ
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 19,887 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 19,887 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced flickers on and off (4.1.4 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 16,108 miles

Cush drive rubbers worn

Fail 14 Jun 2023 16,086 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Cush drive rubbers worn

Idle speed high

Pass 24 Mar 2022 12,975 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 12,453 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 12,349 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 11,751 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 11,555 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 11,255 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 11,052 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 10,687 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 10,557 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 10,553 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2009 10,283 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 10,076 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 9,631 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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YD52 YJJ is a 2002 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 YD52 YJJ, 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 24 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 YD52 YJJ registered?

YD52 YJJ is a 2002 Sym Shark, first registered on 11 October 2002.

Is YD52 YJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD52 YJJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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