CarVerify

Free Car Check

YJ55 VTF

2006 Malaguti Phantom

Yellow Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,328 mi
Last recorded13,328 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2012
Typical for 2006 Malaguti Phantom9,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Malaguti
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 VTF
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2012 13,328 miles

centre stand loose

Fail 31 Aug 2012

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Body work taped together

Clocks not fitted to the motorcycle

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 11,725 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 11,725 miles

How Reliable is the Malaguti Phantom?

Based on 3,435 MOT tests across 836 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
883
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 201
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 107
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 83
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 73
Full Malaguti Phantom reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YJ55 VTF is a 2006 Malaguti Phantom in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2006 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 9,492 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 Phantom fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ55 VTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Phantom typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YJ55 VTF?

You can check the full history of YJ55 VTF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YJ55 VTF registered?

YJ55 VTF is a 2006 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 13 February 2006.

Is YJ55 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ55 VTF shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ55 VTF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YJ55 VTF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.