MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,227 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?
Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
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W871 PHU is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox in Silver with a 69cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 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 W871 PHU, 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 W871 PHU registered?
W871 PHU is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 5 April 2000.
Is W871 PHU safe to buy?
The MOT history for W871 PHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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