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S817 RDW

1998 Malaguti Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,060 mi
Last recorded1,060 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Malaguti Firefox12,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS817 RDW
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2024 1,060 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2007 870 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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S817 RDW is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S817 RDW, 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 S817 RDW registered?

S817 RDW is a 1998 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S817 RDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S817 RDW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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