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S211 YAD

1998 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

33,316 mi
Last recorded33,316 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Firefox12,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS211 YAD
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 33,316 miles

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 33,316 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2015 30,656 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 30,625 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 27,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Dec 2006 18,321 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 18,321 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2005 11,581 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 11,581 miles

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

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

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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S211 YAD is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 S211 YAD, 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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S211 YAD is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 5 October 1998.

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