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WA53 GXU

2003 Malaguti Firefox

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

3,667 mi
Last recorded3,667 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Malaguti Firefox4,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 GXU
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 3,667 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 3,645 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 3,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front front tyre perished

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 14 miles

Front Outer front tyre perised

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2017

Front Outer front tyre perished

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Outer rear tyre perished

Pass 26 Jul 2016 5 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front tyre perishing, cords not exposed.

Pass 28 Jul 2015 776 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Tyrewalls perishing, cords not visible.

Pass 29 Jul 2014 462 miles

Front and rear tyrewalls perishing. Cords not visible.

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 270 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011
Pass 24 Jun 2010 1,508 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 1,339 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 881 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 881 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 392 miles

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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WA53 GXU is a 2003 Malaguti Firefox in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 4,662 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 WA53 GXU, 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 23 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA53 GXU registered?

WA53 GXU is a 2003 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is WA53 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 GXU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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