MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,643 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Phantom?
Based on 3,435 MOT tests across 836 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R871 FGJ is a 1997 Malaguti Phantom in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1997 Malaguti Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 12,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 R871 FGJ, 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 29 years old, this Malaguti Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R871 FGJ?
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What year was R871 FGJ registered?
R871 FGJ is a 1997 Malaguti Phantom, first registered on 18 November 1997.
Is R871 FGJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R871 FGJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R871 FGJ have outstanding finance?
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