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RX55 BFO

2005 Sym Megalo

Multi-colour Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,035 mi
Last recorded34,035 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Sym Megalo14,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 BFO
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2013 34,035 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 34,035 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,053 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 28,750 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 28,750 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 25,311 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 21,741 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 21,741 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2008 20,936 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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RX55 BFO is a 2005 Sym Megalo in Multi-colour with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RX55 BFO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX55 BFO registered?

RX55 BFO is a 2005 Sym Megalo, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is RX55 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 BFO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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