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MA51 BYM

2001 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,407 mi
Last recorded9,407 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2008
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Phantom9,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 BYM
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2008 9,407 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 9,407 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2006 7,265 miles

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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MA51 BYM is a 2001 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MA51 BYM, 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 MA51 BYM registered?

MA51 BYM is a 2001 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is MA51 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA51 BYM shows 3 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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