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MF51 VSU

2002 Malaguti F-15 Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,303 mi
Last recorded4,303 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2005
Typical for 2002 Malaguti F-15 Firefox5,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 VSU
MakeMalaguti
ModelF-15 Firefox
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2005 4,303 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 4,304 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

How Reliable is the Malaguti F-15 Firefox?

Based on 543 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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MF51 VSU is a 2002 Malaguti F-15 Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Malaguti F-15 Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 5,302 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 F-15 Firefox fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF51 VSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti F-15 Firefox typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Malaguti F-15 Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF51 VSU registered?

MF51 VSU is a 2002 Malaguti F-15 Firefox, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is MF51 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 VSU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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