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FX54 FSA

2005 Malaguti Firefox

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2011
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

1,987 mi
Last recorded1,987 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2010
Typical for 2005 Malaguti Firefox5,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 FSA
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2010 1,987 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2009

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2009

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2009

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Sidecar rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 7,017 miles

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 7,017 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2008

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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FX54 FSA is a 2005 Malaguti Firefox in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 FX54 FSA, 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 FX54 FSA registered?

FX54 FSA is a 2005 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is FX54 FSA safe to buy?

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