MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
11,022 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
nearside handlebar grip loose
side stand defective
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
side stand defective
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?
Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NL52 VMW is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 NL52 VMW, 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 NL52 VMW registered?
NL52 VMW is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 4 September 2002.
Is NL52 VMW safe to buy?
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