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V244 DVF

2000 Malaguti Firefox

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

10,913 mi
Last recorded10,913 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2008
Typical for 2000 Malaguti Firefox9,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV244 DVF
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2008 10,913 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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 Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front brake contaminated with oil

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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V244 DVF is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2000 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 9,320 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 Firefox fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V244 DVF, 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 26 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V244 DVF registered?

V244 DVF is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V244 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V244 DVF shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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