MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
903 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
main stand bent but still stands
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?
Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
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DX51 VBV is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2001 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 6,628 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 DX51 VBV, 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 25 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DX51 VBV registered?
DX51 VBV is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 21 September 2001.
Is DX51 VBV safe to buy?
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