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BV51 BDZ

2001 Malaguti Phantom

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,119 mi
Last recorded18,119 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2007
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Phantom9,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 BDZ
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2007 18,119 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,354 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 15,354 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2005 11,259 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 11,259 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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BV51 BDZ is a 2001 Malaguti Phantom in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 9,520 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 BV51 BDZ, 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 25 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV51 BDZ registered?

BV51 BDZ is a 2001 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is BV51 BDZ safe to buy?

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