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BU03 VXT

2003 Sym Megalo

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,044 mi
Last recorded14,044 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 2003 Sym Megalo13,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 VXT
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 14,044 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 14,044 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 12,046 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 12,046 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 May 2009 11,980 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2009 11,980 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 5,081 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

How Reliable is the Sym Megalo?

Based on 1,829 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
1,336
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too low 14
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BU03 VXT is a 2003 Sym Megalo in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Sym Megalo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 13,347 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 Megalo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 VXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Megalo typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Sym Megalo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 VXT registered?

BU03 VXT is a 2003 Sym Megalo, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BU03 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 VXT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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