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NL52 VNM

2002 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL52 VNM
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 1,057 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 14 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 1 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

SPEEDO CABLE TIED TO FRONT PANEL

Pass 30 Jun 2007 2,768 miles

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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NL52 VNM is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VNM, 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 VNM registered?

NL52 VNM is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 23 October 2002.

Is NL52 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL52 VNM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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