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FJ55 SDV

2005 Sym Megalo

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,059 mi
Last recorded21,059 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Sym Megalo14,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 SDV
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 21,059 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 20,733 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 20,370 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 18,231 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 18,231 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 14,224 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 7,725 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 7,697 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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FJ55 SDV is a 2005 Sym Megalo in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Sym Megalo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 14,475 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 FJ55 SDV, 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 21 years old, this Sym Megalo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ55 SDV registered?

FJ55 SDV is a 2005 Sym Megalo, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is FJ55 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ55 SDV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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