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NL52 VNU

2002 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,948 mi
Last recorded6,948 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2009
Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL52 VNU
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2009 6,948 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 6,948 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 5,128 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 3,417 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 1,717 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 VNU 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 VNU, 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 VNU registered?

NL52 VNU is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is NL52 VNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL52 VNU 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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