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RX05 UWA

2005 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,698 mi
Last recorded2,698 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Malaguti Firefox5,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 UWA
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2014 2,698 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 2,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 2,210 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 1,174 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

perished sidewalls on front tyre

How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?

Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 72
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 67
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RX05 UWA is a 2005 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 5,807 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Malaguti Firefox fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX05 UWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Firefox typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX05 UWA registered?

RX05 UWA is a 2005 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is RX05 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 UWA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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