MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
211,378 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
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)
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.
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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.
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What year was X983 FRE registered?
X983 FRE is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 November 2000.
Is X983 FRE safe to buy?
The MOT history for X983 FRE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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