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NV02 RPU

2002 Malaguti Firefox

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,753 mi
Last recorded9,753 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV02 RPU
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 9,753 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 9,753 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 9,753 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 9,753 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 9,753 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 9,753 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 278 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 8,900 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 7,201 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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NV02 RPU is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NV02 RPU, 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 NV02 RPU registered?

NV02 RPU is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 3 June 2002.

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