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Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
no centre stand fitted
no centre stand fitted
Nearside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?
Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
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NL52 VNJ is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 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 NL52 VNJ, 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 VNJ registered?
NL52 VNJ is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 7 November 2002.
Is NL52 VNJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for NL52 VNJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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