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V347 KGK

2000 Malaguti Firefox

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

9,138 mi
Last recorded9,138 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2000 Malaguti Firefox9,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV347 KGK
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 9,138 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc slightly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 9,138 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases blowing at exhaust port (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc slightly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 8,619 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 8,609 miles

Offside Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 8,563 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 8,416 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 8,400 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering Handlebars not fixed to yokes correctly. (2.4 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear tyre low on pressure ( possible punchre)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 5,768 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

both front fork stansions corroded and pitted

Pass 1 Apr 2011 5,514 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 5,497 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 5,497 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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V347 KGK is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V347 KGK, 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.

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What year was V347 KGK registered?

V347 KGK is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 26 January 2000.

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The MOT history for V347 KGK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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