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PO51 SZL

2001 Sym Megalo

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,927 mi
Last recorded41,927 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Sym Megalo15,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 SZL
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2025 41,927 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 41,662 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 41,143 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 40,724 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 40,387 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 39,825 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 39,410 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 38,970 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 38,557 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 37,357 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 35,067 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 32,826 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 30,702 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 28,577 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 26,604 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 24,706 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 22,646 miles

nearside front fork gaiter split

Pass 10 Sep 2007 18,950 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 17,264 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2005 15,189 miles

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

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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PO51 SZL is a 2001 Sym Megalo in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Sym Megalo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 15,300 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 PO51 SZL, 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 25 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 PO51 SZL registered?

PO51 SZL is a 2001 Sym Megalo, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is PO51 SZL safe to buy?

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