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R678 JYG

1998 Malaguti Phantom

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,137 mi
Last recorded20,137 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Phantom12,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR678 JYG
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2008 20,137 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 20,137 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 20,137 miles

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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R678 JYG is a 1998 Malaguti Phantom in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R678 JYG, 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 R678 JYG registered?

R678 JYG is a 1998 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R678 JYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R678 JYG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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