MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,937 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?
Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
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R688 LJT is a 1997 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
Across all 1997 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 7,028 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 R688 LJT, 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 29 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R688 LJT registered?
R688 LJT is a 1997 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 8 October 1997.
Is R688 LJT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R688 LJT shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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