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X11 XBG

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX11 XBG
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Dec 2024

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2014 1,800 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 1,750 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 1,710 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 1,710 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 1,692 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 1,642 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 1,642 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 1,632 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 1,612 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 1,596 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 1,596 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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X11 XBG is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X11 XBG, 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 X11 XBG registered?

X11 XBG is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 23 January 2001.

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