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YK05 FMP

2005 Sym Megalo

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,423 mi
Last recorded16,423 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Sym Megalo14,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 FMP
MakeSym
ModelMegalo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 16,423 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir level low

Fail 17 May 2019 15,994 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 10,292 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 10,203 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 9,944 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 9,579 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 8,892 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,528 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 7,895 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2011 7,379 miles

rear brake drum needs cleaning out as it screams when brake is operated

Pass 28 May 2010 6,502 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 5,465 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 4,544 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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YK05 FMP is a 2005 Sym Megalo in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YK05 FMP, 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 YK05 FMP registered?

YK05 FMP is a 2005 Sym Megalo, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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