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Y917 KSC

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,893 mi
Last recorded9,893 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY917 KSC
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2011 9,893 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2010 7,943 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 3,930 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 3,930 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 3,921 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 2,246 miles

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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Y917 KSC is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Y917 KSC, 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 Y917 KSC registered?

Y917 KSC is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 16 August 2001.

Is Y917 KSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y917 KSC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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