MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,694 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)
Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
high beam tell tell not working
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
high beam tell tell not working
How Reliable is the Sym Shark?
Based on 4,396 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YN05 EDX is a 2005 Sym Shark in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 2005 Sym Shark models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,965 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YN05 EDX, 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 21 years old, this Sym Shark is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of YN05 EDX?
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What year was YN05 EDX registered?
YN05 EDX is a 2005 Sym Shark, first registered on 1 May 2005.
Is YN05 EDX safe to buy?
The MOT history for YN05 EDX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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