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HF53 BYD

2004 Sym Megalo

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,238 mi
Last recorded20,238 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2012
Typical for 2004 Sym Megalo11,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 BYD
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2012 20,238 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2012 20,238 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 18,786 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 16,907 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 16,905 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 15,253 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 14,272 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 13,628 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 13,410 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 BYD is a 2004 Sym Megalo in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 HF53 BYD, 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.

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What year was HF53 BYD registered?

HF53 BYD is a 2004 Sym Megalo, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is HF53 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 BYD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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