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S276 VOB

1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,857 mi
Last recorded6,857 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox12,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS276 VOB
MakeMalaguti
ModelF-15 Firefox
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 6,857 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 6,857 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Malaguti F-15 Firefox?

Based on 543 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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S276 VOB is a 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 12,779 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 F-15 Firefox fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S276 VOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti F-15 Firefox typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Malaguti F-15 Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S276 VOB registered?

S276 VOB is a 1998 Malaguti F-15 Firefox, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S276 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S276 VOB 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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