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R887 YOF

1998 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

2,981 mi
Last recorded2,981 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Firefox12,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 YOF
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 2,981 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 2,975 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 2,927 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 2,782 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 2,771 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 2,766 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 2,761 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 2,426 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 2,385 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 2,371 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 2,167 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 2,167 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 2,113 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 1,996 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 1,673 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 1,612 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 1,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 684 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 672 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 654 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 643 miles

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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R887 YOF is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 12,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R887 YOF, 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 28 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R887 YOF registered?

R887 YOF is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R887 YOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R887 YOF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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