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WV02 BZH

2002 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,327 mi
Last recorded4,327 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 BZH
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 4,327 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 4,327 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 3,377 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 1,261 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,144 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 May 2011 12,552 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2011 12,552 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

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

front tyre woen uneavan

Pass 12 Jul 2010 10,281 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 7,492 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 4,491 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006

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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WV02 BZH is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 4,848 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 WV02 BZH, 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 24 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV02 BZH registered?

WV02 BZH is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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The MOT history for WV02 BZH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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