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X983 FRE

2000 Malaguti Firefox

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,378 mi
Last recorded211,378 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Malaguti Firefox9,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX983 FRE
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 211,378 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 21,137 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

2 stroke oil tank cap split

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 18,074 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 13,706 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 5,432 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 5,426 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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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X983 FRE is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 9,320 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 X983 FRE, 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 26 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X983 FRE registered?

X983 FRE is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 November 2000.

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