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S270 CGX

1998 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 69cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

16,748 mi
Last recorded16,748 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Phantom12,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS270 CGX
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine69cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,748 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 16,746 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 21 Jan 2006 16,685 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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S270 CGX is a 1998 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 69cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 12,339 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 S270 CGX, 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 28 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S270 CGX registered?

S270 CGX is a 1998 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S270 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S270 CGX shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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