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NV51 YBH

2002 Malaguti Firefox

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

2,594 mi
Last recorded2,594 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 YBH
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 2,594 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 2,591 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 2,472 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear brake pad securing pin incorrect but is still securing brake pads

Fail 14 May 2016 2,472 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear brake pad securing pin incorrect but is still securing brake pads

Pass 7 Mar 2015 2,406 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 2,406 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 1,908 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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NV51 YBH is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NV51 YBH, 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 NV51 YBH registered?

NV51 YBH is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 15 January 2002.

Is NV51 YBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV51 YBH shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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