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S238 LHG

1998 Malaguti Firefox

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,532 mi
Last recorded13,532 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Firefox12,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS238 LHG
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2013 13,532 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

o/s indicator insecure

Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,933 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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S238 LHG is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S238 LHG, 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 S238 LHG registered?

S238 LHG is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is S238 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S238 LHG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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