MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,359 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Phantom?
Based on 3,435 MOT tests across 836 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W796 PVM is a 2000 Malaguti Phantom in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 2000 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 10,151 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 W796 PVM, 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 26 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was W796 PVM registered?
W796 PVM is a 2000 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 28 June 2000.
Is W796 PVM safe to buy?
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