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BU05 NPO

2005 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,267 mi
Last recorded12,267 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Malaguti Firefox5,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 NPO
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 12,267 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 5,191 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 5,191 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 4,947 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 21 Nov 2009 4,947 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 Dec 2008 1,584 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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BU05 NPO is a 2005 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 5,807 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 BU05 NPO, 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 21 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 NPO registered?

BU05 NPO is a 2005 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is BU05 NPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 NPO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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