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DU52 VAO

2002 Malaguti Firefox

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,947 mi
Last recorded22,947 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2012
Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 VAO
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2012 22,947 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 22,015 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 22,015 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 22,008 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 21,497 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 17,647 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 15,010 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2006 14,909 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2005 12,652 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 12,652 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?

Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 72
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 67
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DU52 VAO is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 4,848 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 Malaguti Firefox fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU52 VAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Firefox typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DU52 VAO registered?

DU52 VAO is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is DU52 VAO safe to buy?

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