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R24 EMY

1998 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,831 mi
Last recorded15,831 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Phantom12,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 EMY
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2012 15,831 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,672 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 14,672 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,215 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 14,215 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Malaguti Phantom?

Based on 3,435 MOT tests across 836 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
883
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 201
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 107
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 83
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 73
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R24 EMY is a 1998 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 12,339 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 Phantom fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R24 EMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Phantom typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R24 EMY registered?

R24 EMY is a 1998 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is R24 EMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R24 EMY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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