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BJ03 MKG

2003 Malaguti Phantom

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,178 mi
Last recorded4,178 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Malaguti Phantom6,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 MKG
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2012 4,178 miles

Nearside Front Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 4,160 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 4,103 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 3,499 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2008 3,499 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 3,230 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 3,230 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

number plate insecure

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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BJ03 MKG is a 2003 Malaguti Phantom in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 6,074 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 BJ03 MKG, 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 23 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ03 MKG registered?

BJ03 MKG is a 2003 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ03 MKG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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