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HF53 BDY

2003 Sym Megalo

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,130 mi
Last recorded18,130 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Sym Megalo13,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 BDY
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 18,130 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 17,881 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 17,877 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,868 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 17,864 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,864 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 16,768 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 15,929 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 14,973 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 11,410 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 11,127 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 11,125 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 8,835 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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HF53 BDY is a 2003 Sym Megalo in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 HF53 BDY, 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.

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What year was HF53 BDY registered?

HF53 BDY is a 2003 Sym Megalo, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is HF53 BDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 BDY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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