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S231 AMW

1999 Malaguti Phantom

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

18,677 mi
Last recorded18,677 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2008
Typical for 1999 Malaguti Phantom11,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS231 AMW
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2008 18,677 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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S231 AMW is a 1999 Malaguti Phantom in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1999 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 11,000 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 S231 AMW, 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 27 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S231 AMW registered?

S231 AMW is a 1999 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S231 AMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S231 AMW shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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