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NK53 OAD

2003 Malaguti Phantom

Red Petrol 95cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

33,645 mi
Last recorded33,645 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Malaguti Phantom6,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 OAD
MakeMalaguti
ModelPhantom
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine95cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 33,645 miles

Centre Rear Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 29,771 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 26,019 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2013 26,019 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,890 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 23,194 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 23,194 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,194 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 23,194 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 21,350 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 16,774 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 16,774 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2006 13,056 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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NK53 OAD is a 2003 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 95cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 6,074 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 NK53 OAD, 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 23 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK53 OAD registered?

NK53 OAD is a 2003 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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