MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,196 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)
low battery power
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?
Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W947 BCW is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 W947 BCW, 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 W947 BCW registered?
W947 BCW is a 2000 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 3 May 2000.
Is W947 BCW safe to buy?
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