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R287 HJV

1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,572 mi
Last recorded14,572 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox12,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 HJV
MakeMalaguti
ModelF-15 Firefox
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2008 14,572 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,986 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 12,986 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 12,251 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 12,156 miles

How Reliable is the Malaguti F-15 Firefox?

Based on 543 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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R287 HJV is a 1998 Malaguti F-15 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 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 12,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Malaguti F-15 Firefox fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R287 HJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti F-15 Firefox typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Malaguti F-15 Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R287 HJV registered?

R287 HJV is a 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R287 HJV safe to buy?

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