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YP02 HXT

2002 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

7,132 mi
Last recorded7,132 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Malaguti Firefox4,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 HXT
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2013 7,132 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 7,132 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 6,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 5,979 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 5,957 miles

Rear Drive belt guard fouling another component (6.2.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2011 3,748 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 3,748 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2010

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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YP02 HXT is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 4,848 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 YP02 HXT, 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 24 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YP02 HXT registered?

YP02 HXT is a 2002 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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