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OU51 PHK

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

3,314 mi
Last recorded3,314 miles
Recorded on16 May 2006
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 PHK
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2006 3,314 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Handlebar switch gear loose.

Fail 12 Apr 2006 3,312 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel has a loose wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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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OU51 PHK is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2001 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 6,628 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 OU51 PHK, 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 25 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OU51 PHK is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 October 2001.

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