Malaguti Maddison Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Malaguti Maddison reliable? We analysed 1,261 real MOT tests across 200 vehicles to find out.
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The Malaguti Maddison is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Malaguti Maddison.
Malaguti Maddison Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Malaguti Maddison. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Malaguti Maddison MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Malaguti Maddison to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Malaguti Maddison Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Malaguti Maddison fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Malaguti Maddison Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Malaguti Maddison owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Malaguti Maddison MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Malaguti Maddison year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 67 | 77.6% | 5,986 | 17,112 | 33,223 |
| 2003 | 139 | 74.1% | 9,688 | 17,678 | 29,732 |
| 2002 | 219 | 76.3% | 7,270 | 10,420 | 20,462 |
| 2001 | 289 | 76.8% | 11,416 | 16,408 | 23,457 |
| 2000 | 485 | 75.1% | 10,854 | 17,791 | 29,360 |
How Long Does a Malaguti Maddison Last?
Based on 200 Malaguti Maddison vehicles on UK roads.
Malaguti Maddison Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Malaguti Maddison MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Malaguti Maddison
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.6% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
74.1% MOT pass rate from 139 tests
The best year to buy a used Malaguti Maddison is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.6% across 67 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Malaguti Maddison Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malaguti Maddison THIS CAR | 75.7% | 1,261 | 16,100 mi | 26 yrs |
| Malaguti Phantom | 72.1% | 3,435 | 9,547 mi | 29 yrs |
| Malaguti Firefox | 73.1% | 2,944 | 7,595 mi | 29 yrs |
| Malaguti Yesterday | 76.7% | 1,136 | 7,451 mi | 28 yrs |
| Skoda Octavia Vrs TSI S-a | 92.3% | 2,359 | 31,114 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Malaguti Phantom (72.1% pass rate) and the Malaguti Firefox (73.1% pass rate), the Malaguti Maddison outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Malaguti Maddison has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.7% across 1,261 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Malaguti Maddison are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (65 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (47), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (45). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Malaguti Maddison owner drives around 1,326 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Malaguti Maddison models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.