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NK51 OBA

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,911 mi
Last recorded7,911 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2009
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 OBA
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2009 7,911 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 7,911 miles

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 6,225 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 6,217 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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 OBA 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 50%.

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 NK51 OBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK51 OBA registered?

NK51 OBA is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is NK51 OBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 OBA shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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