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WJ55 GFY

2006 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,168 mi
Last recorded14,168 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2012
Typical for 2006 Malaguti Phantom9,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 GFY
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,168 miles

no number plate light

Pass 28 Mar 2011 10,873 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 5,948 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

centre stand broken

Fail 15 Apr 2010 5,930 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

centre stand broken

Pass 9 Feb 2009 5,829 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 5,828 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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WJ55 GFY is a 2006 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 9,492 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 WJ55 GFY, 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 20 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WJ55 GFY registered?

WJ55 GFY is a 2006 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 1 January 2006.

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