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NK53 HRJ

2003 Malaguti F-15 Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,457 mi
Last recorded8,457 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Malaguti F-15 Firefox6,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HRJ
MakeMalaguti
ModelF-15 Firefox
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2012 8,457 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 8,457 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 8,308 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 8,308 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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NK53 HRJ is a 2003 Malaguti F-15 Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Malaguti F-15 Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 6,467 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 NK53 HRJ, 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 23 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 NK53 HRJ registered?

NK53 HRJ is a 2003 Malaguti F-15 Firefox, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is NK53 HRJ safe to buy?

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