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FJ54 OVE

2004 Sym Megalo

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,963 mi
Last recorded8,963 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Sym Megalo11,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 OVE
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 8,963 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 8,717 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 8,675 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2024 8,362 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 7,912 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 7,700 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 7,462 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 7,226 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 6,864 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 6,784 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 6,005 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 5,013 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 5,013 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 4,476 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 3,795 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 3,110 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 2,535 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 2,127 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 1,712 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 1,396 miles

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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FJ54 OVE is a 2004 Sym Megalo in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Sym Megalo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 11,917 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FJ54 OVE, 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 22 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 FJ54 OVE registered?

FJ54 OVE is a 2004 Sym Megalo, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is FJ54 OVE safe to buy?

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