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VX51 MVC

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,394 mi
Last recorded24,394 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 MVC
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 24,394 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 24,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2014 23,676 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 22,138 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 20,085 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 18,165 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 18,165 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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VX51 MVC is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 6,628 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 VX51 MVC, 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 25 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX51 MVC registered?

VX51 MVC is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is VX51 MVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 MVC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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