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AE54 FRJ

2004 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,586 mi
Last recorded8,586 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Malaguti Phantom7,477 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 FRJ
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 8,586 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 5,632 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 5,632 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 5,631 miles

Front Front brake lever bent

Pass 24 Jun 2015 5,619 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear hugger insecure

Fail 19 Jun 2015 5,594 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear hugger insecure

Pass 19 May 2014 5,569 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

front tyre slightly perished

Fail 31 May 2013 4,736 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 4,736 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2012 4,672 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 4,583 miles

front tyre cracking

Fail 16 Apr 2011 4,583 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

rear tyre cracking

Pass 19 Dec 2009 4,538 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 4,538 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 4,781 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2008 4,781 miles

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

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

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
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AE54 FRJ is a 2004 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 7,477 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 AE54 FRJ, 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 22 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE54 FRJ registered?

AE54 FRJ is a 2004 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 20 December 2004.

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The MOT history for AE54 FRJ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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