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T597 VPU

1999 Malaguti Firefox

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,989 mi
Last recorded4,989 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 Malaguti Firefox10,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT597 VPU
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2010 4,989 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 4,301 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 4,071 miles

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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T597 VPU is a 1999 Malaguti Firefox in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 10,879 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 T597 VPU, 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 27 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T597 VPU registered?

T597 VPU is a 1999 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 24 July 1999.

Is T597 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T597 VPU shows 3 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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