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YJ03 XMG

2003 Sym Shark

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,668 mi
Last recorded10,668 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Sym Shark15,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 XMG
MakeSym
ModelShark
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2018 10,668 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 8,876 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2013 7,918 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 6,585 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 2,898 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 2,616 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 2,310 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 2,263 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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YJ03 XMG is a 2003 Sym Shark in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 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 YJ03 XMG, 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 23 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 YJ03 XMG registered?

YJ03 XMG is a 2003 Sym Shark, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is YJ03 XMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 XMG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ03 XMG have outstanding finance?

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