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NK51 NPG

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,851 mi
Last recorded7,851 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 NPG
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 7,851 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 7,908 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,300 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 6,587 miles

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

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

front forks slightly pitted

rear brake pads difficult to inspect

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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NK51 NPG is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK51 NPG, 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 NK51 NPG registered?

NK51 NPG is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is NK51 NPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 NPG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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