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WA53 BWL

2003 Sym Megalo

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,551 mi
Last recorded16,551 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Sym Megalo13,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 BWL
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 16,551 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 12,993 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 10,936 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 10,936 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 10,724 miles

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

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Tyres under inflated

Pass 22 Aug 2011 10,724 miles

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

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

Tyres under inflated

Pass 23 Aug 2010 10,470 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 9,908 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 8,962 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 7,699 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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WA53 BWL is a 2003 Sym Megalo in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 WA53 BWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA53 BWL registered?

WA53 BWL is a 2003 Sym Megalo, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is WA53 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 BWL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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