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V489 GGS

1999 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,500 mi
Last recorded1,500 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Malaguti Phantom11,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV489 GGS
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2022 1,500 miles

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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V489 GGS is a 1999 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V489 GGS, 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 V489 GGS registered?

V489 GGS is a 1999 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 21 December 1999.

Is V489 GGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V489 GGS shows 1 test 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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