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NK53 HPE

2003 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Malaguti Firefox4,662 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HPE
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012
Fail 7 Sep 2012

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,031 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 11,489 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 10,598 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 8,497 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,024 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Jul 2007 8,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 5,610 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 5,610 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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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NK53 HPE is a 2003 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 4,662 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 NK53 HPE, 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 23 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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NK53 HPE is a 2003 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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